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Speech Language Pathologist
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$81,792 / year median in Tennessee
+10% projected growth
Job Description
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
(SLP) Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN positions available
Location:
Jackson, TN Facilities:
Maplewood Healthcare ➡️ Join Our Team! Ahava Therapy Services provides Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy across a variety of care settings. We are committed to delivering innovative, evidence-based care through teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration. Our mission is to maximize each patient's potential while improving their quality of life - leading the revolution in therapy services with compassion, respect, and clinical excellence. We hire therapists who share our vision, demonstrate strong clinical skills, and work diligently to restore function while preventing decline in the patients we serve. ✅ About the Facilities Maplewood Healthcare in Jackson, TN, is a 156-bed facility that offers short-term rehab, long-term care, and outpatient therapy services. Join a supportive in-house rehab team dedicated to exceptional patient outcomes and meaningful collaboration. ⚙️ Responsibilities Evaluate and treat residents in accordance with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payer guidelines. Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine swallowing, cognitive-communication, and language deficits. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with functional, achievable goals. Document evaluations, daily treatment, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and promptly. Revise treatment plans based on patient performance and progress. Educate residents, families, and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and carryover strategies. Collaborate with nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, and families to maximize functional abilities. Participate in care conferences, facility meetings, and quality improvement activities. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources and assist with discharge planning as needed. Stay clinically current through continuing education and contribute to in-service education. Adhere to professional, ethical, regulatory, and facility standards. Maintain expected productivity levels and demonstrate strong teamwork, communication, and clinical judgment. ✔️ Qualifications Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) Will accept CFY's Active Tennessee SLP license Current BLS/CPR certification Strong observational, verbal, and written communication skills ⭐ Benefits (Full/Part-Time) Competitive Pay Daily Pay Option Medical, Dental, Vision Short/Long-Term Disability Ancillary Insurance & FSA PTO
+ Free Birthday Holiday
+ Holiday Pay Free Life Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Student Loan Repayment Free CEUs and Continuing Education Support ✅ Be part of something meaningful. Join Ahava Therapy Services - where compassion meets excellence, and therapists are empowered to make a difference every day.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Health Insurance