Speech-Language Pathologist – Visa Sponsorship Opportunity

Job Description

About the Facility

Pacific Gardens Nursing & Rehab is a post-acute care facility offering long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and geriatric outpatient services in Fresno, California. Joining our in-house therapy team means working in a collaborative, values-driven environment where excellent care meets innovation and compassion.

Why This Role Matters

With thin margins, high patient acuity and evolving therapy needs in post-acute care, this role gives you the opportunity to make a substantive impact on patient outcomes. You’ll join a multi-discipline therapy team, receive ongoing training (e.g., Think Thin/dysphagia, dementia, stroke/neuro-rehab, respiratory recovery), and enjoy schedule flexibility. You’ll help our patients rebuild communication, cognitive and swallowing functions — and contribute to a team culture rooted in integrity, learning and collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• Screen, assess and evaluate patients with communication, cognitive or swallowing disorders; develop individualized care plans aligned with regulatory and clinical standards.
• Deliver rehabilitative treatment to patients with speech‐language, cognitive and/or dysphagia needs, and monitor outcomes; adjust treatment plans as needed and make referrals when indicated.
• Provide consultation and counselling to patients, families, caregivers and other interdisciplinary team members regarding communication and swallowing disorders.
• Generate thorough discharge summaries and treatment documentation in full compliance with clinical and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuing education and training programs (e.g., Think Thin, dementia/stroke/neuro rehabilitation, respiratory recovery programs) to maintain and enhance clinical expertise.
• Engage as a valued member of the therapy team, embodying our core values and contributing to a high-quality patient-care culture.

Schedule & Compensation

• PRN role: flexible scheduling offering strong work-life balance.
• Hourly pay: $70-$75 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications & Experience

• Valid Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) license required (California).
• Open to SLPs at all levels of experience — from early-career to seasoned clinician.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to engage patients, families and interdisciplinary teams.
• Interest in post-acute care, dysphagia/Think Thin training, neuro rehabilitation, geriatric therapy preferred.
• Commitment to a values-based culture emphasizing accountability, learning, collaboration, innovation and celebration.

Our Core Values

We believe exceptional care starts with how we treat our team. As a therapist with us, you will be part of a culture defined by these values:

• Customer Second: We prioritise our team, believing that when we support each other, we better serve patients.
• Accountability: We own our actions and are committed to high-quality care.
• Passion for Learning: We continuously develop our skills to stay at the forefront of clinical practice.
• Love One Another: We create a respectful, supportive environment where every team member feels valued.
• Intelligent Risk-Taking: We innovate and challenge the status quo for our patients and practice.
• Celebration: We recognise and celebrate both big and small achievements.
• Ownership: We each take responsibility for our role and contribute to shared vision of excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), including disability and veteran status. We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds who will help us maintain a culture of diversity, excellence and integrity.