Speech Language Pathologist SLP

About the role

Cascadia Healthcare is a leading provider in the skilled nursing industry, driven by a shared commitment to service and doing good for others. With operations across Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Montana, and Arizona, our mission is to be a Force for Good for our residents, our employees, and the communities we serve. We are looking for passionate Speech Language Pathologists to join our teams in Portland, Oregon. Full-time, Part-Time, and PRN opportunities are available with flexible scheduling.

A Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) will evaluate and treat residents/patients with temporary or long-term speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities in compliance with state and federal guidelines. They will evaluate the resident's/patient's speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency and develop treatment plans. They will treat the residents/patients based on a physician's treatment plan.

Responsibilities

• Screens and evaluates patients/residents and develops appropriate care plan
• Under a physician's direction, provides direct patient/resident treatment based on established plan of care
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication and/or swallowing or cognitive problems
• Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests
• Instructs residents/patients, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and provide ways to practice new skills
• Completes required forms and clinical records in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations
• Documents in patient records in an accurate and timely manner
• Devises special tools and treatments for the specific needs of patients
• Provides comprehensive and compassionate therapy services in a sub-acute/skilled nursing facility setting
• Works collaboratively with other rehab therapists and nursing staff in a supportive team-working environment
• Maintains resident/patient privacy pursuant to HIPAA
• Ensures punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts
• Develops treatment plans, including short and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals
• Communicates the resident's/patient's speech therapy program to the family and/or guardian
• Keeps written documentation including evaluations, daily notes and weekly summaries
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology required
• Current license in Speech Language Therapy as required by state law
• Valid CPR/BLS certification required
• Skilled nursing facility, post-acute, or long-term care experience preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick days
• Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career growth & development with opportunities to expand your skills and advance professionally
• Leadership that values clinician input and patient-centered care
• In-house therapy model and be a part of our facility team
• Flexible scheduling with work-life balance in mind

Pay

Competitive Pay: $52–$60/hour (depending on experience)

Schedule

Full-time, Part-Time, and PRN opportunities with flexible scheduling.