Speech Language Pathologist SLP PRN

Job Description

Job Description

PRN Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable PRN Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders. The SLP will develop individualized treatment plans, educate patients and caregivers, document progress, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients for speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders.
• Review medical histories, diagnostic results, modified barium swallow study findings, and other relevant information.
• Develop and implement individualized plans of care based on evaluation findings and provider recommendations.
• Treat conditions such as dysphagia, cognitive impairment, aphasia, dysarthria, apraxia, delayed language, stuttering, and voice disorders.
• Recommend appropriate diet textures, liquid consistencies, swallowing precautions, and compensatory strategies within the SLP scope of practice.
• Select alternative or augmentative communication systems and teach patients and caregivers how to use them.
• Instruct patients in exercises and techniques to improve communication, swallowing, oral-motor function, and respiratory support.
• Educate patients and family members on treatment goals, communication strategies, swallowing safety, and carryover techniques.
• Complete evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and other required documentation accurately and promptly.
• Participate in care conferences, team meetings, and patient progress reviews as needed.
• Communicate changes in patient condition and treatment recommendations to physicians and other members of the care team.
• Collaborate with and provide guidance to therapy staff and other healthcare professionals.
• Follow all applicable clinical, safety, regulatory, and organizational standards.

Qualifications

• Current, valid Speech-Language Pathologist license in the state of practice.
• Graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• At least one year of rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Long-term care and/or home health experience preferred.
• VitalStim certification preferred.
• Homecare Homebase experience preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Schedule

• PRN/as-needed
• Schedule may vary based on patient needs and census.
• Local travel may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods.
• Ability to assist with patient mobility and positioning.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 100 pounds, with assistance or appropriate equipment when required.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible PRN scheduling
• Supportive, collaborative care team
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ communication, independence, and quality of life

Job Type: PRN

License/Certification:

• Speech-Language Pathologist license (required)
• CPR certification (required)
• Driver’s license (required)

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.