Job description:
Speech Pathologist
Location: Watertown, NY
Schedule: Full-time, Day shift (MondayFriday, 40 hours)
Compensation: $76K - $125K + $10,000 sign-on bonus (two-year commitment) or multi-year loan forgiveness program (up to $15,000 annually for four years)
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Speech Pathologist to join a collaborative team. In this role, you will provide essential speech therapy services that enhance the quality of life for residents, while supporting interdisciplinary care and fostering patient-centered outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct initial evaluations and re-evaluations of residents.
Develop and implement individualized speech-language pathology programs in coordination with medical staff.
Provide guidance and oversight to support staff as needed.
Flexibility to provide services across multiple settings within the organization, as required.
Benefits
$10,000 sign-on bonus with two-year commitment, or loan forgiveness program (up to $15,000 per year for four years).
401(k) with employer match.
Comprehensive health benefits starting the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.
24 days of paid time off (PTO) in the first year.
Long-term disability and life insurance options.
Qualifications:
Qualifications
Current BLS certification (required).
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in the state of New York (required).
At least one year of prior experience in speech therapy (highly preferred).
Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
Why is This a Great Opportunity:
This long-term care facility in northern New York provides both assisted living and skilled nursing services within one community. It features over a hundred assisted living beds, including enhanced options that allow residents to remain in place as their needs increase, along with close to two hundred skilled nursing beds offering 24-hour care, physician oversight, and therapy services. The environment is designed to feel home-like, with a focus on comfort, privacy, flexible daily routines, and open visitation. Costs are covered through a combination of Medicaid and private pay, depending on the level of care. While the continuum of services supports smoother transitions as residents needs change, quality ratings highlight areas for improvement in inspections and outcomes.
Salary Type : Annual Salary
Salary Min : $ 76000
Salary Max : $ 125000
Currency Type : USD