Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Acute Care

Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathology Schedule: 5x8 Days

Assignment Details:

• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Guaranteed Hours: Not specified

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current state license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), or CFY status with supervision.
• Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility or geriatric setting preferred.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of residents with speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and physician orders.
• Provide direct therapy services targeting communication skills, cognitive-linguistic functioning, and safe swallowing.
• Document all evaluations, treatments, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with state, federal, and facility guidelines.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on therapy plans, communication strategies, and safe swallowing techniques.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team during care planning and meetings to support resident-centered goals.

Client Details:

City: Potosi

State: MO

TLC Nursing Associates, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and fully complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law.