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Elderwood
Lake Placid, New York

SLP - Speech-Language Pathologist, Skilled Nursing

Speech-Language PathologistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$44.01-$66.02/hr

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Job Description

Salary

$44.01 / hr - $ 66.02 / hr

Overview

  • Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
  • Flexible Scheduling | Manageable Caseloads | Clinical Autonomy

Location

  • Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake PlacidLake Placid, New YorkHome of the 1980 Winter Olympics!
  • Make a meaningful impact every day.

At Elderwood, our Mission is People Caring for People. We are seeking a compassionate and clinically driven Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our rehabilitation team and help residents achieve their highest level of communication, cognition, and swallowing function.

Whether you're an experienced therapist or a new graduate looking for mentorship and growth, you'll find a supportive environment where your expertise is valued and your contributions make a difference.

Why Choose Elderwood?

  • 1. Clinical Focus
  • Manageable and realistic caseload expectations
  • Clinical autonomy with strong interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Opportunity to treat a diverse patient population
  • Skilled Nursing and Short-Term Rehabilitation environment

Modern Therapy Equipment and Resources

  • 2. Work-Life Balance
  • Full-Time, Part-Time, and Per Diem opportunities available
  • Consistent scheduling
  • Flexible work arrangements where operationally appropriate
  • Productivity expectations that prioritize quality resident outcomes
  • 3. Benefits & Perks
  • Competitive compensation
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Generous PTO & Holiday Package
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • Continuing Education & Tuition Assistance
  • Professional Licensure Reimbursement
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Career Growth Opportunities

Position Overview

As a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), you will evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans that address communication, cognitive-linguistic, voice, and swallowing disorders.

You will work closely with physicians, nursing staff, rehabilitation professionals, residents, and families to maximize functional outcomes and improve quality of life.

Our SLPs are trusted clinical leaders who play a critical role in helping residents regain independence and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Why Join Elderwood of Uihlein?

  • 401(k) with Employer Matching
  • Paid Time Off & Holiday Package
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Continuing Education Opportunities
  • Professional growth and development opportunities
  • Supportive, collaborative clinical team
  • Opportunity to work with geriatric and subacute rehabilitation populations
  • Beautiful Lake Placid location in the heart of the Adirondacks

Apply today and discover why therapists choose Elderwood to build rewarding careers while making a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.

Responsibilities

SLP: Speech-Language Pathologist

  • Evaluate residents and establish individualized treatment plans
  • Provide speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing therapy services
  • Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams
  • Educate residents, families, and caregivers
  • Participate in care planning and discharge planning activities
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory and professional practice standards
  • Support positive clinical outcomes and resident satisfaction
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Qualifications

SLP: Speech-Language Pathologist:

M.A. or M.S. Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an approved school required.

  • State license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist required.
  • Clinical Competence Certification from the American Speech and Hearing Association preferred.
  • Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
  • Current, valid CPR/BLS credential.
  • Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required.
  • Verification of qualifications by the State Department of Health
  • Rehabilitation Therapies (license number/certification number) required.
  • Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.

Demonstrated willingness to uphold the vision and mission of the company by following the core values of Integrity, Team work, Passion for Excellence and Reverence for the Individual is required.

This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Cognitive-Linguistic TherapyVoice TherapyTreatment PlanningPatient EvaluationRegulatory ComplianceCommunication SkillsGeriatric Care

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Speech-Language Pathology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$92k–$137kSpeech-Language Pathology median $99k (middle half $89k–$104k)13 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$106k in purchasing powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Speech-Language Pathology listings in New York303 active6,920 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 50% no call · 60% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Speech-Language Pathology pay trend+4.2% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

28 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

28 jobs · 19 employers
11
<$95k
2
$95k-120k
5
$140k
8
$145k-170k
2
$170k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

25 jobs · 19 employers
401k / retirement match
76% this job
CME allowance
44% this job
Relocation assistance
24%
Loan repayment
20%
PSLF eligible
20%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Speech Language Pathologist III, ENT, Voice

Sutter Health · Santa Clara, California

$135k-$189k
#2

Speech Language Pathologist ContractorContract

Cole Health · Schertz, Texas

$80-$90/hr
#3

Speech Language Pathologist

$65-$80/hr
#4

Speech and Language Pathologist

$70-$80/hr
+ 26 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 2.8
Better work-life than 50% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,778 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Elderwood

Hospitals and Health Care
Buffalo, New York
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Generous PTO & Holiday Package
401(k) with Employer Match
Continuing Education & Tuition Assistance
Professional Licensure Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Flexible Scheduling
Manageable Caseloads

Living in Lake Placid

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$547k
Median resident rent
$1,102/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.