Speech Language Pathologist SLP - Avamere Rehab of Newport

Speech Language Pathologist SLP - Avamere Rehab of Newport

Job Category: Therapy

Requisition Number: SPEEC
028858

Posted Date: January 29, 2026

Type: Part‑Time (20 hours/week)

Location: Avamere Rehabilitation of Coos Bay, 2625 Koos Bay Blvd, Coos Bay, OR 97420

We are seeking a part‑time (20 hours/week) Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team in Coos Bay, Oregon at Avamere Rehabilitation of Coos Bay. Located along Oregon’s scenic coast you will find Avamere Rehabilitation of Coos Bay, a facility with 49 beds, of which 22 are skilled. The team upholds a strong commitment to quality care, evidence‑based practice, and outstanding outcomes.

As a Speech Language Pathologist with Avamere, you will join a team with a culture and mission to enhance the life of every person we serve. Avamere provides in‑house therapy across Oregon and Washington. Avamere began in 1995 and has grown to be the industry leader in the Pacific Northwest for Skilled Nursing and Post‑Acute Care.

• In‑House Therapy
• Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments
• Therapist‑Run
• Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education
• Manageable Productivity Expectations
• Flexible Schedule Options
• Two Full‑time Status Options (30 or 40‑hour workweek)
• New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training

• Health Insurance:
  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with low deductible.
• 401(k) Plan:
  Immediate match after 90 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  Up to 4 weeks per year, 6 holidays, and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA (Medical, Dependent Care, and Commuter Expense).
• Professional Development opportunities.
• Voluntary Benefits:
  Life, disability, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

• Provide speech pathology services to patients in accordance with licensure.
• Direct and supervise the work of assistants, rehab aides, and students as applicable, following state and federal guidelines.
• Follow all safety procedures regarding personal protection and patient safety.
• Expand and enhance clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education.
• Support and participate in department operations and development.
• Communicate patient status and needs to patients, families, caregivers, or other involved members.

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Speech Language Pathology.
• Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in Oregon.
• Eligible to practice unencumbered.
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources.
• Full knowledge of residents’ rights.
• Exude professionalism in presentation.
• Ability to multitask.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English.
• CPR certification.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E‑Verify.

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