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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP FT)

Runnells Rehab CenterBerkeley Heights, NJFull TimePosted 3w ago

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Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Full Time | Skilled Nursing Facility

Location: Runnells Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare

Job Type: Full Time

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist to join our dynamic rehabilitation team in our skilled nursing facility in New Jersey. If you love helping seniors regain their communication abilities, swallowing function, and overall quality of life, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

What You’ll Do

  • Evaluate and treat residents in a subacute and long-term care setting with a variety of communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders
  • Develop personalized treatment plans to improve speech, language, voice, cognition, and dysphagia management
  • Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and the interdisciplinary team
  • Document patient progress accurately and in a timely manner using our electronic medical records system
  • Participate in care plan meetings and family conferences
  • Provide compassionate, patient-centered care in a supportive team environment
  • Supervise Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (if applicable) as needed
  • Report directly to the Director of Rehabilitation

What We’re Looking For

  • Active Speech-Language Pathologist license in the state of New Jersey (or eligible to obtain)
  • New grads welcome! We provide excellent mentorship and training
  • Previous experience in SNF, long-term care, or geriatrics is a plus
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team
  • Compassionate, positive attitude with a genuine desire to make a difference in residents’ lives
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred, but Clinical Fellows (CF) are welcome to apply

How to Apply

  • Apply directly on Indeed

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

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From Runnells Rehab Center's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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