Speech Therapist (Journey Travel) - SLP

Overview At Powerback, we’re on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school. With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home‑based care. We’re proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it’s needed most. Join an industry‑leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you. Why Powerback? Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full‑Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part‑Time team members. Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full‑Time and Part‑Time team members. Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field. Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge. H‑1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full‑time role. Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program. Responsibilities Position Summary: The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Journey Traveler must be able to travel nationwide for 13‑week assignments and work across various settings. Supervision of CFYs temporary licensees, students, and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards. Responsible for effective and efficient delivery of rehab services, adherence to an established plan of care, department and patient schedule, and timely documentation of services. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other related meetings. Makes referrals to other disciplines and agencies to address the comprehensive needs of the patient. Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient. Adapts program and/or plan of care according to the needs of the individual patient. Promotes a safe environment and enforces elimination of fire and safety hazards. Orders supplies and equipment as necessary. Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment as necessary. Puts patient service first, ensuring that residents and families receive highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere recognizing individual needs and rights. Screens, examines, and evaluates patients, including history, systems review, and application of appropriate tests; interprets examination findings to establish diagnosis, identify impairments, and develop treatment plans. Implements the speech‑language pathology treatment plan, completes documentation, and employs therapeutic techniques in cognitive‑communication, speech intelligibility, oral motor skills, swallowing disorders/dysphagia, perceptual abilities, orientation, memory, pragmatics, psychosocial expression, and functional communication. Coordinates acquisition of adaptive communication devices and instructs patients in their use. Facilitates identification of hearing deficits and appropriately refers for assessment, diagnosis, and rehabilitation. Qualifications Master’s degree in Speech‑Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Communicative Disorders, or similarly titled area acceptable to the American Speech‑Language‑Hearing Association. Current ASHA‑guided credential; SLPs with specialized training may be required to conduct FEES and other assessments. Ability to travel nationwide for 13‑week assignments. Ability to work in multiple settings (home, clinics, hospitals, community). Posted Salary Range: USD $55.00 – $70.00 /Hr. #J-18808-Ljbffr