About this opportunity
Ahava Therapy Services lists this Speech Lagunage Pathologist opportunity in kingsport, Tennessee. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (SLP)
Join Our Team!
Ahava Therapy Services provides Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy across a variety of care settings. We are committed to delivering innovative, evidence-based care through teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration. Our mission is to maximize each patient’s potential while improving their quality of life, leading the revolution in therapy services with compassion, respect, and clinical excellence.
We hire therapists who share our vision, demonstrate strong clinical skills, and work diligently to restore function while preventing decline in the patients we serve.
About the Facility
Ahava Therapy Services is seeking a Full-Time SLP to join our in-house rehabilitation team at Wexford House, a 173-bed skilled nursing facility offering short-and long-term rehabilitation.
Be part of a collaborative therapy team under outstanding leadership, where SLPs can deliver high-quality care and make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
About the Location: Kingsport, TN
Kingsport, TN, is known for its blend of affordable living , abundant outdoor recreation, strong community feel, and good schools, all set within the scenic Appalachian Mountains , offering a small-town vibe. It\'s praised for its low traffic, family-friendly atmosphere, four seasons, and convenient location in the Tri-Cities region.
Responsibilities
Evaluate and treat residents in accordance with Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial payer guidelines.
Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine swallowing, cognitive-communication, and language deficits.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with functional, achievable goals.
Document evaluations, daily treatment, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and promptly.
Revise treatment plans based on patient performance and progress.
Educate residents, families, and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and carryover strategies.
Collaborate with nursing staff, interdisciplinary team members, and families to maximize functional abilities.
Participate in care conferences, facility meetings, and quality improvement activities.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources and assist with discharge planning as needed.
Stay clinically current through continuing education and contribute to in-service education.
Adhere to professional, ethical, regulatory, and facility standards.
Maintain expected productivity levels and demonstrate strong teamwork, communication, and clinical judgment.
Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
CFY\'s allowed to apply
Active SLP license liscense in the state of practice
Current BLS/CPR certification
Strong observational, verbal, and written communication skills
Benefits
Competitive Pay & Daily Pay Option
Medical, Dental, Vision
Short/Long-Term Disability
Ancillary Insurance & FSA
PTO + Free Birthday Holiday + Holiday Bonus Pay
Free Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Free CEUs and Continuing Education Support
Be part of something meaningful.
Join Ahava Therapy Services — where compassion meets excellence, and therapists are empowered to make a difference every day.
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Worksite address
kingsport, TN, 37662, US
Who can apply
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