Speech Language Pathologist
Location: Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living Join our team as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents. In this role, you will evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans to address communication, cognitive, swallowing, and voice disorders across the continuum of care. Because our residents live within the community, you'll have the unique opportunity to build lasting relationships and support them throughout their healthcare journey. Working collaboratively with physicians, residents, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members, you will deliver high-quality, person-centered care that promotes optimal functional outcomes and enhances quality of life. The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for evaluating and treating residents with communication, cognitive, swallowing, and voice disorders while delivering compassionate, evidence-based care. This role ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, supports positive clinical outcomes, and contributes to a safe, respectful, and engaging environment for residents and their families. Compensation: $42 - $50 per hour, commensurate with experience What we offer: Great clinical support A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age Free access to our on-site Team member Health and Well-Being Centers, plus Well-Being programs, tools and resources for you and your immediate family members Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones! How you will make an impact: Provide speech, language, swallowing, cognition, and voice therapy screenings, evaluations, treatments, and education across the continuum of care. Develop, implement, monitor, and modify individualized treatment plans based on resident needs and physician orders. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated, resident-centered care. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and billing in compliance with regulatory and company requirements. Ensure compliance with Federal, State, payer, ASHA, and company standards. Educate residents, families, caregivers, and staff to support therapeutic goals and positive outcomes. Deliver holistic care that supports residents' physical, emotional, spiritual, and clinical well-being. Promote resident independence, dignity, comfort, and quality of life through personalized care plans. What you will need: Current Maryland Speech-Language Pathologist license Current CPR certification Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with older adults preferred Strong communication, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills Commitment to providing exceptional customer service and resident-centered care Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description. Riderwood is a beautiful 120-acre continuing care retirement community in Silver Spring, Maryland. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Riderwood helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow. Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law
