Speech Language Pathologist

Cadia Healthcare - Pike Creek, located in Wilmington, DE 19808, is seeking an experienced Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP). A 20,000‑dollar sign‑on bonus is offered for candidates with one year or more of experience. Cadia Healthcare provides skilled nursing and rehabilitation care to the Wilmington area. The organization values compassion and appreciation and rewards employees with a wide range of benefits and perks. Benefits and Perks Competitive Salary Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage for you and your family 401(k) Retirement with Company Match Company‑Paid Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) Paid Time Off – Vacation, Personal, Sick days and Paid Holidays Short‑term Disability and Maternity Leave Options, Personal and Family Medical Leave Company‑Provided life and long‑term disability coverage Referral Bonuses and more Tickets at Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets Free and Discounted Employee Meals Tuition Reimbursement In‑Facility Training and In‑service Programs Employee Assistance Program Free Will/Estate Preparation Services Optional Legal and Identity Protection Services Verizon Wireless Discount Costco Membership Discount (DE only) Annual $35 Non‑Slip Shoe Replacement (DE only) Retail Purchasing Program Position Description The SpeechLanguagePathologist will administer screenings and comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients, develop appropriate plans of care for restoration, adaptation, compensation or maintenance of impairments and disabilities, and promote the highest level of functional mobility, abilities and quality of life. Duties and Responsibilities Administer screenings and comprehensive evaluations of assigned patients. Complete all essential documentation and forms accurately and efficiently, as required by law and facility regulations, related to screening and evaluation of a patient (e.g., physician orders, evaluation, care plan). Administer standardized tests and measures (such as Western Aphasia Battery, Montreal Cognitive Assessment, Mann Assessment of Swallowing Ability) for each evaluation, and periodically (at least monthly and upon planned discharge) for regulatory and documentation compliance; adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit. Test and measure a patient’s oral motor function, swallowing function, speech production, language comprehension and expression, cognitive‑language skills, secondary language skills, voice and fluency, and record findings to develop or revise treatment programs. Use evidence‑based treatment techniques, exercises, and activities to improve functional speech, language, cognition, swallowing, voice and fluency. Qualifications Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Speech‑Language Pathologist in the state of Delaware. Must have current and up‑to‑date CPR certification. Experience with varying age groups and healthcare settings is preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr