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SLP Speech Language Pathologist

@ Tampico Healthcare Center
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Walnut Creek, California, United States
$48-$65/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:providing assessments, developing plans, collaborating with professionals
Requirements Summary:Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist; ASHA certification preferred; Master's in Speech Language Pathology; 1 year experience; new grads welcome.
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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Full-Time Opportunity

Location: Walnut Creek, California

Company: Tampico Healthcare Center

Company Slogan: "The highest standard of skilled nursing and rehab centrally located in Walnut Creek CA and within walking distance to John Muir Medical Center"

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our in-house team at Tampico Healthcare Center, a beautiful Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) in Walnut Creek, CA. Our stable and consistent caseload offers an enriching and rewarding experience.

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will be responsible for evaluating, assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders as ordered by a physician. You will ensure that the highest degree of quality care is provided to our residents at all times.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language therapy assessments and develop individualized treatment plans to increase clients' independence and functioning

  • Provide augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for individuals with severe expressive and/or language comprehension disorders

  • Provide training and education to clients, family, caregivers, and other professionals as a subject matter expert

  • Coordinate and collaborate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by a physician

  • Demonstrate competent technical skills according to current Speech Therapy standards of practice

  • Provide accurate and timely billing records and supporting clinical documentation

  • Perform screening rounds to assess for client needs and environmental safety

  • Provide recommendations to the Director of Rehabilitation and other team members on opportunities for business improvement, safety concerns, or other updates

Requirements:

  • Knowledge of current Speech Therapy practices and procedures, including laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities

  • Current, active Speech Therapy License (required)

  • Current ASHA certification preferred

  • We welcome New Grads!

  • Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology or related field

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary of $48-$65 HOURLY

  • Opportunities for growth and professional development

How to Apply:

If you are a dedicated and passionate Speech Language Pathologist looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply to this fulfilling Full-Time opportunity.