Speech Therapist (SLP) – Skilled Nursing Facility

Job Summary

Speech Therapist (SLP) – Skilled Nursing Facility

Farmington, New Mexico

Life Care Center of Farmington

Shift: Variable – Days | 8-Hour Shifts

Overview: We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and motivated Speech Therapist (SLP) to join our dedicated rehabilitation team in a fast-paced Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) environment.

Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for a therapist who is:

• Compassionate and patient-focused

• Experienced in post-acute and long-term care settings

• Skilled in dysphagia management and cognitive rehabilitation

• Organized, dependable, and team-oriented

• Passionate about improving patient outcomes

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and diagnose speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders

• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s goals

• Deliver evidence-based therapy interventions

• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and physical therapists

• Educate patients and families on therapy techniques and recovery plans

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

• Ensure compliance with SNF regulations and therapy standards

Qualifications

Required:

• Active Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) license

• SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility) experience REQUIRED

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

• Current CPR/BLS certification required

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to thrive in a collaborative healthcare environment