Speech Language Pathologist
Napa Valley Care Center is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our skilled rehabilitation team. We provide exceptional post-acute rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, and therapy services that help residents improve communication, cognitive function, swallowing abilities, and overall quality of life. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative healthcare environment, we'd love to meet you.
Why Join Napa Valley Care Center?
- Supportive interdisciplinary rehab team
- Modern therapy resources and equipment
- Continuing education and career advancement opportunities
- Positive, resident-centered culture
Responsibilities
- Evaluate residents referred for speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders within established timeframes
- Develop individualized treatment plans and obtain physician approval as required
- Provide skilled speech-language pathology services in accordance with physician orders and clinical standards
- Assess and treat communication, cognition, voice, language, speech, and dysphagia disorders
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation professionals, residents, and families to achieve optimal outcomes
- Participate in care plan meetings, patient care conferences, and interdisciplinary team discussions
- Educate residents, caregivers, families, and staff regarding treatment goals and therapeutic techniques
- Complete timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in electronic medical record systems
- Assist with discharge planning and caregiver training
- Supervise Speech-Language Pathology Assistants and Clinical Fellows in accordance with state regulations, when applicable
- Support ongoing staff education through in-service training and mentorship
Requirements
- Master's or Doctoral Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Active and unrestricted California Speech-Language Pathologist License
- Current license maintained in good standing
- Strong clinical, documentation, and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team
Qualifications
- Experience in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF), Post-Acute Care, Rehabilitation, Long-Term Care, or Geriatric Therapy (preferred)
- Experience treating dysphagia, cognitive deficits, speech, language, and swallowing disorders (preferred)
- Familiarity with PointClickCare, Casamba, or other electronic medical record systems (preferred)
- Clinical Fellowship Candidates (CFY) encouraged to apply where applicable
Benefits
- Competitive compensation starting at $70+/hour, based on experience
- Sign-On Bonus Available
- Relocation Assistance Available
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
Schedule
- Flexible scheduling options: Full-Time, Part-Time, or PRN
Pay
Starting at $70+/hour (DOE)
About Napa Valley Care Center
Napa Valley Care Center is proud to be part of the PACS family of post-acute care facilities, recognized for clinical excellence, compassionate care, and a culture that supports employee growth and success. Our therapy team is committed to helping residents achieve their highest level of independence while creating a workplace where clinicians feel valued, respected, and supported.