Travel Speech Language Pathologist - Long Term Care - $2,325 per week

About the role

TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for an immediate opening in Mound City, MO. The position is a 13-week assignment with 40 hours per week, 8-hour day shifts, and is classified as travel employment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, treat, and prevent speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Create treatment and therapy plans tailored to the individualized needs of a diverse patient population in the acute care setting.
• Perform screenings to detect voice or speech disorders.
• Educate patients and family members about speech disorders and causes, including disabilities and traumatic events.
• Report progress and current status to appropriate parties, such as family members, teachers, or medical professionals.
• Provide timely and accurate documentation following state and/or insurance guidelines.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months of experience; new graduates are encouraged to apply. Exceptional candidates with appropriate backgrounds may be considered.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• ASHA-SLP (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association) National Certification with state-specific licensing.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods, as well as bend, lean, or stoop without difficulty.
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed hours
• Continuing education opportunities
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Benefits start on day 1

Pay

Pay package is based on 8-hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• 8-hour day shifts

About TNAA TotalMed Allied

TotalMed is a Top Ten travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states, offering local and travel jobs. TotalMed specializes in matching highly-skilled staff with facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience. Throughout 2020, TotalMed filled roles even at the most short-staffed facilities during challenging times in healthcare.