- Salary
- $60 – $65
- Location
- Linwood Meadows Care Center, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Education
- PhD
- Source
- Workday
Description
Job Posting: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Full-Time
Location: Linwood Meadows Care Center – Visalia, CA
Salary range: $60-$65/hour BOE
Linwood Meadows Care Center, a leading skilled nursing facility in Visalia, CA, is seeking a Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our compassionate and collaborative rehab team. We are committed to providing exceptional care and helping our residents regain independence and quality of life.
Position Summary:
The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for evaluating and treating residents with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. This role ensures timely, effective, and compassionate treatment aligned with physician orders and facility policies.
Key Responsibilities:
Evaluate patients within 24 hours or 1 business day of physician referral
Develop treatment plans and obtain physician approval
Administer treatments per the approved plan of care
Supervise SLP Assistants and CFY clinicians in patient care activities
Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team regarding patient status and progress
Attend and participate in Patient Care Conferences, UR meetings, and staff in-services
Document evaluations, daily notes, progress notes, recertifications, and discharge summaries per state and payer requirements
Provide caregiver and staff education for post-discharge maintenance programs
Ensure compliance with facility policies and the State Practice Act
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Speech Language Pathology required; Master’s or Doctorate preferred
Current California SLP license in good standing
Strong proficiency with electronic documentation (Casamba, PointClickCare preferred)
Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and organizational skills
Ability to supervise CFY clinicians and collaborate with restorative staff
Physical & Work Environment Requirements:
Frequent standing, walking, pushing/pulling, hearing, and speaking
Occasional lifting of 100+ lbs. and physical mobility for hands-on care
Work environment is typically quiet to moderate in noise
What We Offer:
Competitive hourly rate of $60/hour
Full benefits package and 401(k) for full-time staff
Positive, team-oriented workplace culture
Ongoing training and advancement opportunities
Employee recognition and appreciation programs
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.