Speech Language Pathologist

Blue Stone Therapy

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Ottumwa, Iowa

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist will perform evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing setting. They are responsible for addressing swallowing, cognitive, and communication disorders while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure positive patient outcomes.

Qualifications

Blue Stone Therapy is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide therapy services to adult and geriatric patients. Key requirements include a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology and a current SLP license (or eligibility) in the applicable state. Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organizational skills are also required.

Job Description

Description

Blue Stone Therapy is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®

Since 2009, Blue Stone Therapy has partnered with skilled nursing and senior living communities across the Midwest to deliver individualized, high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. We are committed to strong clinical standards, consistent operations, and long-term partnerships that support meaningful patient outcomes.

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Ottumwa, IA

Blue Stone Therapy is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide therapy services to adult and geriatric patients at Accura HealthCare Ottumwa.

This role focuses on evaluating and treating adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation setting. The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for assessments, care plan development, and implementation of treatment programs addressing dysphagia, swallowing disorders, cognitive-communication deficits, voice disorders, and speech and language impairments.

What You’ll Do

  • Perform speech therapy evaluations and develop individualized plans of care
  • Provide skilled speech language pathology services focused on functional and measurable outcomes
  • Treat swallowing disorders, dysphagia, cognitive deficits, communication disorders, and voice impairments
  • Participate in discharge planning and development of maintenance programs
  • Supervise Speech Language Pathology Assistants where applicable and in accordance with licensure standards
  • Maintain appropriate patient schedules per established guidelines
  • Complete timely, accurate documentation to support quality care and reimbursement requirements
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and facility staff to support positive patient outcomes

Requirements

What You Bring

  • Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program
  • Current Speech Language Pathologist license (or eligibility for licensure) in applicable state
  • Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation preferred
  • Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organizational skills
  • Commitment to patient-centered care and professional standards

Why Blue Stone Therapy?

We believe exceptional care begins with exceptional clinicians. Our teams are supported by consistent leadership, collaborative partnerships, and a shared purpose of enhancing lives through quality rehabilitation services. We invest in clinical growth, strong facility relationships, and an environment where therapists can focus on delivering meaningful outcomes.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
  • 401(k) with employer contribution
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • And more

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of applicable plans or programs.

Blue Stone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Blue Stone Therapy

The leading specialist in SNF therapy services is here. We are experts in the business of skilled therapy services. Our management team has the knowledge and tools to expand, guide and support your therapy team/business to a more productive and profitable level, affording your staff increased time to better focus on other strategic initiatives and systems management. Our goal is to work in close communication with our customers, integrating our programs with your business model, for the best customer service and marketing advantage possible. We’d like to discuss how we can work together to develop a strong, financially profitable therapy component within your healthcare organization and maximize your potential as a proven leader in your community. Our purpose: Building strength to enhance lives.
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