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The Palazzo lists this Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) opportunity in phoenix, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) | Full-Time | The Palazzo | Phoenix, AZ | $45 to $55/Hour
Make a Real Impact. Elevate Every Resident's Voice. Work in Phoenix.
The Palazzo is hiring a licensed Speech Language Pathologist on a Full-Time basis in Phoenix, Arizona. If you are a clinician who wants career stability, full clinical autonomy, and a collaborative rehabilitation environment where your expertise genuinely improves the lives of those you serve, this is the opportunity you have been looking for.
We serve residents in a Skilled Nursing setting and we are committed to the belief that every individual deserves the highest quality of life possible.
Our Mission:
We are professionals committed to serving others, nurturing life, and promoting an individual’s ability to thrive.
Why Clinicians Choose The Palazzo:
Compensation and Financial Security
Hourly pay range: $45.00 to $55.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
Competitive Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist compensation in the Phoenix and greater Maricopa County market
401(k) retirement plan with company match (vesting begins after one year of service)
Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
Health and Wellness Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance — the company covers the majority of Medical HMO premiums, with buy-up plan options available
Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support
Identity theft protection and travel insurance coverage
Full benefits package available to Full-Time employees
Work-Life Quality
Paid Time Off encompassing vacation, sick leave, and observed holidays (available to Full-Time employees)
Consistent, stable Full-Time scheduling that supports long-term career planning and personal stability
BeneHub employee discount programs
The Role
The Speech Language Pathologist is a licensed healthcare professional responsible for the comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, and implementation of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorder management programs. This position is classified as Non-Exempt and reports to the Director of Rehabilitation and the Facility Administrator.
Core responsibilities include:
Conducting comprehensive speech-language and swallowing evaluations in accordance with physician orders and Arizona standards of practice
Assessing and diagnosing speech, language, voice, fluency, cognitive-communication, and dysphagia disorders
Developing, implementing, and modifying individualized plans of care with measurable, function-based goals consistent with benefit and reimbursement levels
Providing skilled therapeutic interventions addressing communication, cognition, swallowing safety, and compensatory strategy development
Performing clinical swallowing evaluations and providing dysphagia management within scope of practice and competency
Monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment plans based on objective findings and clinical response
Supporting and instructing patients and families in techniques and behavioral adaptations to promote better communication and swallowing outcomes
Leading discharge planning and providing recommendations to support safe transitions of care and community reintegration
Communicating evaluation findings, progress updates, and discharge outcomes to physicians, interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families while maintaining confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA
What You Bring
Current, active, and unrestricted Speech Language Pathologist license in the State of Arizona — required
Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program — required
Current CPR/BLS certification (or willingness to obtain per facility policy)
Ongoing compliance with continuing education requirements established by the Arizona Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board
Experience in a skilled nursing, post-acute, hospital, or related medical setting — strongly preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and lead by example
Composure and professionalism in dynamic, fast-paced clinical environments
Strong organizational skills, leadership ability, and capacity to make independent clinical decisions
Equal Opportunity and Accommodation
The Palazzo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal law and the Arizona Civil Rights Act.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If an accommodation is needed during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources or your facility Administrator.
Employment with The Palazzo is at-will. Duties, schedule, and work location may be adjusted based on facility needs or any other lawful reason.
The Palazzo is located in Phoenix, Arizona, proudly serving the greater Maricopa County community.
At The Palazzo Senior Living in Phoenix, CA, we’ve reimagined senior living by putting people first—both residents and employees. Our caregivers, wellness teams, dining staff, and support professionals work together to create a warm, engaging community where residents feel valued, connected, and truly at home. Serving families throughout Maricopa County, we provide personalized support, meaningful daily experiences, and a lifestyle focused on comfort, independence, and quality of life.
For our team, that means working in an environment built on collaboration, respect, and purpose. We prioritize supportive leadership, strong team culture, and a workplace where your contributions genuinely matter. Whether you’re providing direct care, creating memorable resident experiences, or supporting operations behind the scenes, you’ll be part of a community committed to doing things differently—and doing them well.
Conveniently located near local hospitals, our community offers not only a wonderful place for seniors to live, but a place where professionals can grow, feel appreciated, and build meaningful careers.
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Worksite address
phoenix, AZ, 85003, US
Who can apply
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