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Speech Language Pathologist – Skilled Nursing Facility
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Posted:
30 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
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Application Deadline:
27 August 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist to join a Skilled Nursing Facility in Merced California. This role focuses on working with an adult and geriatric population helping patients recover from stroke neurological conditions and other medical issues affecting communication and swallowing. You will play a key role in improving patients quality of life by delivering individualized therapy plans that support functional communication and safe swallowing. If you are passionate about rehabilitation and patient-centered care this is an excellent opportunity for professional growth and meaningful impact.
Job Responsibilities:
Evaluate diagnose and treat speech language communication cognitive and swallowing disorders in patients
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical findings
Provide therapy focused on speech cognition and dysphagia management
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
Educate patients families and caregivers on therapy techniques and safety strategies
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with facility and regulatory standards
Job Responsibilities:
Evaluate diagnose and treat speech language communication cognitive and swallowing disorders in patients
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical findings
Provide therapy focused on speech cognition and dysphagia management
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
Educate patients families and caregivers on therapy techniques and safety strategies
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with facility and regulatory standards
Requirements
Active state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist in California
Current BLS/CPR certification
Minimum of 6 months of recent SLP experience within the last 5 years preferred
Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or geriatric setting is a plus
Strong clinical and communication skills
Current BLS/CPR certification
Minimum of 6 months of recent SLP experience within the last 5 years preferred
Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility or geriatric setting is a plus
Strong clinical and communication skills
Benefits
Competitive compensation package
Continuing Education (CE) reimbursement
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patient recovery and quality of life
Continuing Education (CE) reimbursement
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patient recovery and quality of life
Required Skills:
Job Requirements: Active state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist ASHA CCC-SLP certification preferred or required depending on facility policies Current BLS/CPR certification preferred 01 year of experience welcome (new graduates and CFY candidates encouraged to apply) Experience or clinical exposure in SNF rehabilitation dysphagia management or geriatric care is a plus Strong communication clinical reasoning and patient care skills
Required Education:
Masters Degree
