Job Description

Position Overview:

The Speech Language Pathologist will evaluate and treat residents/patients with speech, language, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive disabilities. The SLP will provide therapeutic services under a physician’s treatment plan in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Position Type: Staff Augmentation

Hours per Week: 40 (Full-time)

Shift: Day

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (No weekends, no overtime)

Projected Start Date: November 10, 2025

Projected End Date: June 30, 2026

Tenure/Duration: ~8 months

Eligibility & Requirements:

• Local Only Candidates:
• Must be local to Flagstaff, AZ at the time of submission.
• Must be available for in-person interviews within 1 week of posting close date (11/3/2025, 3:00 PM) .
• Must be able to start within 2 weeks of offer .
• Security Requirement: Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Travel Required: No

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Speech Language Pathology (required)
• License: Active Speech Language Pathologist License in the State of Arizona (required)
• Experience: Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of effective speech therapy and rehabilitative techniques
• Understanding of geriatric patient needs
• Ability to develop and execute treatment plans
• Strong documentation, assessment, and communication skills
• Compassionate and team-oriented approach

Essential Job Functions:

• Screen, evaluate, and develop care plans for residents/patients
• Provide therapy per physician-approved treatment plans
• Conduct rehabilitative programs for communication and swallowing disorders
• Administer, score, and interpret hearing/speech tests
• Educate residents/patients, caregivers, and families
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation per HIPAA and facility policy
• Collaborate with rehab and nursing staff in a skilled nursing setting
• Devise specialized tools and methods to support patient progress

Additional Responsibilities:

• Develop short- and long-term therapy goals
• Maintain clinical records, daily notes, and weekly summaries
• Communicate therapy progress to families and guardians
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Compliance Requirements (to be submitted in one merged PDF):

1. Candidate Resume
2. Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
3. OIG/SAM name clearance check
4. CPR/BLS Card
5. TB Test – 2nd Step TB Test or QuantiFERON Gold Blood Test (required for Flagstaff)
6. Active License/Certification for position
7. Hepatitis B vaccination or declination form
8. COVID-19 vaccination or declination form
9. Agency Skills Assessment Packet

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