Travel Speech Language Pathologist - Long Term Care - $2,353 per week

About the role

We are looking for a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for an immediate travel opening in Sweetwater, TX.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with speech, voice, or swallowing impairments
• Evaluate and develop a plan of care for a variety of patient populations in the acute care setting
• Diagnose, treat, and prevent speech, language, and swallowing disorders
• Create treatment and therapy plans to suit the individualized needs of a diverse population of patients
• 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, which may include family members, teachers, or medical professionals
• Provide timely and accurate documentation following state and/or insurance guidelines

Requirements

• 1 year of experience preferred; for an exceptional candidate with an appropriate background, 6 months of experience may be accepted
• New grads are encouraged to apply
• BLS certification
• ASHA-SLP National Certification with state-specific licensing
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment

Schedule

• 8 hours per shift, day shifts
• 40 hours per week
• Duration: 13 weeks

Pay

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

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Medical benefits
• Employee assistance programs
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1