Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) — Full Time, Multi-Site Coverage

Location: Buffalo, NY and surrounding areas (three skilled nursing facilities) Employment Type: Full Time, Monday–Friday Pay Rate: $48.00 per hour Travel: Mileage reimbursement provided for travel between assigned sites

Position Summary

We are seeking a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist to serve as a floating coverage clinician across three of our skilled nursing facilities in the Buffalo area. This role is ideal for an SLP who enjoys variety, works well independently, and is comfortable stepping into different buildings and interdisciplinary teams. Hours are split across the three sites based on caseload and coverage needs, with schedules set in advance.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing evaluations for short-term rehab and long-term care residents
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable, functional goals
• Provide dysphagia management, including diet texture and liquid consistency recommendations, compensatory strategies, and staff/family education
• Coordinate with physicians, nursing, dietary, and rehab colleagues on plan-of-care decisions
• Contribute to MDS assessments and support accurate PDPM classification
• Complete timely, compliant documentation (evaluations, daily notes, progress reports, discharge summaries) in the facility EMR
• Screen residents for changes in status and respond to referrals across all three assigned buildings
• Supervise SLP Clinical Fellows or graduate students as assigned
• Participate in care plan meetings, rehab meetings, and QAPI activities as needed
• Maintain compliance with Medicare Part A and Part B requirements, state regulations, and facility policies

Qualifications

Required

• Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Current New York State SLP license (or license-eligible)
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel between the three assigned Buffalo-area sites
• Ability to work independently and adapt to different facility teams and workflows

Preferred

• Prior experience in skilled nursing, subacute rehab, or geriatric care
• Experience with dysphagia management and instrumental assessment interpretation (MBSS/FEES)
• Familiarity with PointClickCare or comparable long-term care EMR
• Working knowledge of MDS, PDPM, and Medicare therapy documentation standards

Compensation and Benefits

• $48.00 per hour
• Mileage reimbursement for travel between assigned facilities during the workday
• Full-time benefits package available

To Apply

Applicants must be licensed or license-eligible in New York State.

Caretree health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.