Speech Language Pathologist
Creston, Corning, Bedford, IA Accura Healthcare of Creston
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Blue Stone Therapy is proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work®


Since 2009, Blue Stone Therapy has partnered with skilled nursing and senior living communities across the Midwest to deliver individualized, high-quality physical, occupational, and speech therapy services. We are committed to strong clinical standards, consistent operations, and long-term partnerships that support meaningful patient outcomes.


Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - [Creston, IA]

Blue Stone Therapy is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide therapy services to adult and geriatric patients at [Accura HealthCare of Creston] in [Creston, IA].


This role focuses on evaluating and treating adult and geriatric patients in a skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation setting. The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for assessments, care plan development, and implementation of treatment programs addressing dysphagia, swallowing disorders, cognitive-communication deficits, voice disorders, and speech and language impairments.


This position will serve multiple partner communities, including [Corning Specialty Care] and [Bedford Specialty Care], with travel between locations as needed.


What You’ll Do

  • Perform speech therapy evaluations and develop individualized plans of care
  • Provide skilled speech language pathology services focused on functional and measurable outcomes
  • Treat swallowing disorders, dysphagia, cognitive deficits, communication disorders, and voice impairments
  • Participate in discharge planning and development of maintenance programs
  • Supervise Speech Language Pathology Assistants where applicable and in accordance with licensure standards
  • Maintain appropriate patient schedules per established guidelines
  • Complete timely, accurate documentation to support quality care and reimbursement requirements
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and facility staff to support positive patient outcomes
Requirements

What You Bring

  • Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program
  • Current Speech Language Pathologist license (or eligibility for licensure) in applicable state
  • Experience in skilled nursing, long-term care, or post-acute rehabilitation preferred
  • Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and organizational skills
  • Commitment to patient-centered care and professional standards


Why Blue Stone Therapy?

We believe exceptional care begins with exceptional clinicians. Our teams are supported by consistent leadership, collaborative partnerships, and a shared purpose of enhancing lives through quality rehabilitation services. We invest in clinical growth, strong facility relationships, and an environment where therapists can focus on delivering meaningful outcomes.


Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
  • 401(k) with employer contribution
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • And more

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and the terms of applicable plans or programs.


Blue Stone Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer