Travel Speech Language Pathologist – Inpatient Rehabilitation - $2,586 per week

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment and Diagnosis: Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop Individualized Treatment Plans: Based on patient assessment findings, set short-term and long-term goals for each patient to improve speech, language, and swallowing abilities.
• Speech and Language Therapy: Provide therapy to address issues related to speech articulation, language comprehension, and expression.
• Swallowing Therapy (Dysphagia Treatment): Evaluate and treat patients with swallowing difficulties, working to improve their ability to eat and drink safely.
• Patient and Family Education: Educate patients and their families about the nature of speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Collaborative Care: Work as part of a multidisciplinary team with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Supervision and Mentorship: Supervise and mentor clinical fellows, speech-language pathology assistants, or student interns.
• Professional Development: Stay current with the latest research, techniques, and advancements in speech-language pathology.

Requirements

• Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Experience in treating speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices and therapeutic techniques