Speech Language Pathologist - 13 week contract

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Looking for a summer position or to start somewhere new? Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Temporary 13-week Speech-Language Pathologist for maternity leave coverage June-August, where your expertise will make a meaningful difference in the lives of pediatric and adult patients. This exciting opportunity allows you to apply your skills in speech therapy within a supportive environment, focusing on early intervention and patient-centered care. You will work closely with children and adults across various settings, providing essential assessments and therapy to foster communication development. This paid position offers a chance to enhance your professional growth while delivering impactful services to young patients and their families.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive speech and language assessments for pediatric and adult patients, utilizing medical terminology and anatomy knowledge to identify communication needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to unique physiology and developmental stage.
• Provide targeted speech therapy interventions focused on improving articulation, language comprehension, social communication, and swallowing functions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including educators, therapists, and medical professionals, to coordinate patient care and ensure seamless service delivery.
• Document progress notes, treatment outcomes, and patient assessments accurately in compliance with healthcare standards.
• Engage in early intervention programs to support children at critical stages of speech and language development.
• Travel to ABA clinics comfortably with autonomy and perform high quality care and collaboration within ABA clinics.
• Educate families and caregivers on strategies to support ongoing communication growth at home.

Qualifications

• Valid licensure or certification as a Speech-Language Pathologist with relevant state or national authorities.
• Prior experience working with both children and adults in clinical settings preferred.
• Strong knowledge of related physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology related to speech and swallowing disorders.
• Experience conducting patient assessments and developing effective therapy plans for diverse pediatric populations.
• Passion for patient care with excellent communication skills to engage children and families effectively.
• Familiarity with early intervention practices and a proactive approach to supporting developmental milestones.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments.

Embark on a rewarding journey where your expertise fuels communication success! This role is designed for dedicated professionals eager to make a positive impact through compassionate, evidence-based speech therapy services in a vibrant pediatric and adult outpatient setting. Empowerize Therapy Center is proud to Empower individuals to rise beyond their limits to make a difference in the lives of those in our community! For an opportunity to join a fantastic team and make a difference in the lives of others, contact Empowerize Therapy Center today!

If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume and an introductory email to View email address on ziprecruiter.com. If you are seeking more information, please feel free to email us at the mentioned email or give our office a call at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com.

Please note: This position is not eligible for a Clinical Fellowship (CFY) due to supervision limitations.