Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract
About the Role
Provide skilled evaluation and treatment for communication and swallowing disorders in a skilled nursing facility in Prophetstown, IL.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and treat communication disorders.
- Assess and manage swallowing disorders, including instrumental assessments (e.g., FEES or MBSS).
- Document patient care in electronic medical records.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) and current Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA.
- Active Illinois SLP license required to start the assignment.
- BLS certification from AHA or ARC may be required.
- Experience working in skilled nursing facility (SNF) settings preferred.
- Experience with dysphagia evaluation and treatment preferred.
- Experience with documentation in electronic medical records preferred.
Assignment Details
Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility
Shift: Days
Schedule: 5 days per week
Location Highlights
Prophetstown offers easy access to natural areas and regional attractions within short drives. Prophetstown State Park is approximately 10 miles away and provides hiking trails and fishing along the Rock River, while downtown Rock Island and Moline are about a 40–50 minute drive and offer the Figge Art Museum and local theater venues. Local lifestyle is suburban with access to riverfront recreation on the Rock River and regional festivals within a 45–60 minute commute to larger Quad Cities amenities. Commuting options include regional highways connecting to Interstate 80/88 corridors and nearby Amtrak stations within an hour for regional travel.
Benefits
Benefits include comprehensive options starting on day one, 24/7 recruiter support, and additional travel resources for clinicians.