Description Blue Stone Therapy is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®
Since 2009, Blue Stone Therapy has partnered with skilled nursing and senior living communities across the Midwest to deliver individualized, high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. We are committed to strong clinical standards, consistent operations, and long-term partnerships that support meaningful patient outcomes.
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Cherokee, IA Blue Stone Therapy is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide therapy services to adult and geriatric patients at Cherokee Specialty Care in Cherokee, IA.
This role focuses on evaluating and treating adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation setting. The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for assessments, care plan development, and implementation of treatment programs addressing dysphagia, swallowing disorders, cognitive-communication deficits, voice disorders, and speech and language impairments.
What You’ll Do Perform speech therapy evaluations and develop individualized plans of care Provide skilled speech language pathology services focused on functional and measurable outcomes Treat swallowing disorders, dysphagia, cognitive deficits, communication disorders, and voice impairments Participate in discharge planning and development of maintenance programs Supervise Speech Language Pathology Assistants where applicable and in accordance with licensure standards Maintain appropriate patient schedules per established guidelines Complete timely, accurate documentation to support quality care and reimbursement requirements Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and facility staff to support positive patient outcomes
Requirements
What You Bring Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program Current Speech Language Pathologist license (or eligibility for licensure) in applicable state Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation preferred Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organizational skills Commitment to patient-centered care and professional standards
Why Blue Stone Therapy? We believe exceptional care begins with exceptional clinicians. Our teams are supported by consistent leadership, collaborative partnerships, and a shared purpose of enhancing lives through quality rehabilitation services. We invest in clinical growth, strong facility relationships, and an environment where therapists can focus on delivering meaningful outcomes.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options 401(k) with employer contribution Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays And more Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of applicable plans or programs.
Blue Stone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
