Therapy - SLP

Speech Language Pathologist

The speech language pathologist evaluates patients and develops the speech/language plan of care in the areas of speech, language, voice, cognition, and swallowing in collaboration with the physician. Services are provided across the full continuum and rendered in a cost-conscious, quality-focused, and customer-oriented manner. Compliance with all applicable regulatory standards is required in this role.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Implements the speech language therapy treatment plan.
• Selects appropriate treatment activities to progress the patient toward goals.
• Revises goals and plan of care with patient and family input.
• Provides ongoing patient and family education and training.
• Provides discharge instructions, follow-up, and referral to community resources as appropriate.
• Acts as a referral source for staff, families, and physicians on services and equipment related to rehabilitation services.
• Patient Assessment: In collaboration with the physician, responsible for establishing and ongoing evaluation of treatment programs, plan of care, goals, and discharge plans for the patients related to speech, language, cognition, voice, and swallowing.
• Establishes a plan of care in conjunction with the patient and/or family members.
• Establishes a realistic discharge plan incorporating patient and/or family member goals.
• Documentation: Documents the evaluation and plan of care according to departmental guidelines. Documents each treatment session according to departmental protocols. Completes and submits family education, discharge, and other required documentation within facility and program guidelines.
• General Requirements: Adheres to ethical business practices by striving to perform in a manner that conforms to the highest standards of ethical behavior, integrity, and honesty. Embraces diversity and demonstrates the ability to work together. Maintains confidentiality of all patient information. Maintains attendance and punctuality in accordance with system policy and procedure. Adheres to departmental dress code policy, including wearing and displaying ID badge appropriately. Communicates information effectively both verbally and in writing with all team members. Attends and participates in staff meetings, required in-services, process improvement activities, and other meetings as requested. Organizes workload to complete responsibilities in an appropriate and timely manner. Utilizes materials and equipment in a safe and cost-effective manner. Observes infection prevention precautions.
• Customer Service: Strives to help lead the industry through vision, technology, innovation, and customer service. Strives to make a difference in the lives of employees and patients. Consistently applies principles in all interactions with patients. Encourages a positive environment and experience for co-workers and patients. Treats patients and fellow team members with respect. Fosters teamwork with trust, support, and collaboration. Demonstrates knowledge of service recovery principles and implements them appropriately.
• Professional Development: Participates in professional development and mandatory education activities. Completes core and annual competencies according to established departmental timelines. Completes all educational requirements required by discipline to maintain licensure. Participates in orientation and training of new employees. Completes all mandatory requirements. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Benefits:

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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