Overview

Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist – Bradenton, FLSetting: Long-Term Care | On-Site Rehab Center

 

HealthPro Heritage has a rewarding full-time Speech Language Pathologist opportunity at our partner long-term care facility in Bradenton, FL. You’ll join a compassionate, interdisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centered care.

 

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Hourly pay up to $48 (based on experience, open to negotiate)

• Benefits start Month 1

• Supportive team of compassionate therapists

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day

Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• CEU support

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate and treat residents to improve function and quality of life

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans

• Collaborate closely with an experienced care team

• Complete documentation in accordance with regulatory and company standards

What We’re Looking For

• Active Florida Speech Language Pathologist license

• Passion for geriatrics and patient-centered care

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, voice, and swallowing abilities using standardized tests and clinical observations. Develop accurate diagnoses based on assessment results.
• Treatment and Education: Implement evidence-based therapies for speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders; monitor and adjust treatment plans; educate and support patients and families on disorders, treatment strategies, and daily communication improvement.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Collaboration: Work with healthcare providers to ensure effective patient care and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or license eligible
• Certification: Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) (CCC-SLP).
• Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.