Travel Speech Language Pathologist - Long Term Care - $2,286 per week

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment and Diagnosis: Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop Individualized Treatment Plans: Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient assessment findings, goals, and specific needs.
• 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 (dysphagia), 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, documenting assessments, treatment plans, patient progress, and any changes in condition.
• 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 as they complete their training and gain practical experience.
• Professional Development: Stay current with the latest research, techniques, and advancements in speech-language pathology by attending continuing education courses, workshops, and seminars.

Qualifications

• Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related field
• Current license to practice in Missouri
• Experience in treating speech, language, and swallowing disorders
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices and therapeutic techniques

Benefits

• Tax-free stipend amount to be determined
• Accommodations provided

Pay

Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation).