Travel Speech-Language Pathologist - $2,841 per week

About the role

American Traveler is seeking a travel Outpatient Speech Language Pathologist for a 13-week assignment in Sitka, Alaska.

Job Description

Details
Outpatient rehabilitation clinic setting serving adult and pediatric patients
Primary focus on general SLP evaluations and treatments impacting functional abilities
Services may also be provided in inpatient, home health, long-term care, and community settings
Occasional multi-day travel to remote locations by boat or small plane, potentially in harsh or inclement weather
Pediatric clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 8am to 6pm
1.0 FTE position with exact shift details determined based on scheduling needs

Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)
• Active and unrestricted Alaska (AK) SLP license — license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed SLP
• Outpatient and pediatric experience required
• Current BLS/BCLS certification
• Flu vaccine required

Additional Information

• Conduct SLP evaluations and assessments across a wide range of ages and diagnoses, including speech, language, swallowing, cognitive, and voice disorders
• Develop, implement, and modify individualized therapy plans of care based on patient response and progress
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams including physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals during rounds and care conferences
• Provide patient and family education including home exercise programs, with sensitivity to cross-cultural considerations
• Support clinic operations, maintain clinical space, and manage documentation in compliance with hospital and ASHA standards
• May supervise support staff, students, or interns

Pay

Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title

Travel Speech Therapist - Outpatient