Speech Language Pathologist
Northpark Health and Rehab of Cascadia·Phoenix, Arizona
Northpark Health and Rehab of Cascadia·Phoenix, Arizona
Evaluate and treat patients with speech, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities in a skilled nursing facility. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans while collaborating with physicians and nursing staff.
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.
Essential Functions 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.
Other Functions 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.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Current knowledge of effective speech therapy techniques.
Familiarity with clinical needs of geriatric population.
Strong clinical capabilities.
Bachelor of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
Current license in Speech Language Therapy as required by state law. Valid CPR certification required.
Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
Market context
Arizona schools and healthcare settings commonly seek speech-language pathologists who are state-licensed and already have clinical experience, especially for roles that involve travel between sites. These positions are competitive because employers often screen for a master’s or doctoral degree, CPR certification, and reliable transportation in addition to the clinical background. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit before applying.
