Vierra Communities logo
Vierra Communities
Silver Spring, Maryland

Speech Language Pathologist

Speech-Language PathologistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50-$55/hr

The week · per this posting

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.

Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job Description

Position: Speech Language Pathologist – In-House Skilled Nursing Facility

FT, PT & PRN

Woodside Rehab & Nursing is under new management! We are now a Vierra Communities property and are seeking a SLP to join our dynamic team! Are you looking to put your skills and the compassion you have for people to work with an employer that values you and the work you do?

If so, St. Elizabeth Nursing is looking for you. If you are motivated, reliable and have a strong work ethic, we invite you to join our amazing team in providing our residents and patients with compassion and excellent care.

We offer extremely generous and competitive pay and benefits and a positive work environment with a team that is committed to growth and providing excellent care

About Vierra

Vierra Communities is a family-owned and operated community that provides a truly unique health & rehabilitation experience. We have a close-knit staff that will do anything to create the best community and experience for our residents

Vierra's Culture & Mission

We have a positive, supportive and thriving culture that supports and encourages innovation, leadership, warmth and compassion and excellence. Our Mission: to advance and redefine healthcare.

FT Benefits

  • 7 Paid Major Holidays
  • Generous PTO
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Voluntary Life, STD & LTD
  • 401(k) immediate enrollment with match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Discount Program

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.
  • Current SLP license in MD/VA.
  • Experience in a skilled nursing or short-term rehab setting preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for patient-centered care
  • Requires proficiency in technology-driven patient care and HRIS and timekeeping/attendance software.
  • Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English

Major Duties and Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s rehab goals.
  • Collaborate with other therapy professionals to provide comprehensive care.
  • Document patient progress in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Disclaimer

Vierra Communities provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vierra complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Key Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist will evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. They are also responsible for developing individualized treatment plans and documenting patient progress in compliance with regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology and possess a current SLP license in MD or VA. Strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in technology-driven patient care systems are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Patient EvaluationTreatment PlanningCognitive-communication TherapySwallowing Disorder TreatmentDocumentationRegulatory ComplianceHRIS SoftwareTimekeeping Software

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 65% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$109k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $104k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

19 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution19 jobs · 11 employers

6
<$100k
3
$100k-120k
0
$120k-140k
9
$140k-160k
1
$166k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks19 jobs · 11 employers

401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
26%
PSLF eligible
26%
Relocation assistance
21%
Sign-on bonus
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Speech Language Therapist / SLP (Home Health)

Mission Healthcare · Reno, Nevada

$70-$80/hr
#2

Speech Language Pathologist

KidsCare Home Health · Fort Collins, Colorado

$60-$75/hr
#3

Full -Time Private School Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

$65-$75/hr
#4

Speech Therapist

$65-$75/hr
+ 17 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Better work-life than 10% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,503 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Silver Spring

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$526k
Typical market rent
$1,962/mo
Residents’ average commute
34 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

Vierra Communities logo

About Vierra Communities

Hospitals and Health Care
Falls Church, Virginia
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

7 Paid Major Holidays
Generous PTO
Medical, Dental and Vision
Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Life, STD & LTD
401(k) immediate enrollment with match
Tuition Reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program