Description

American Traveler is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist with 2+ years of experience for a 13-week home health and SNF travel contract covering multiple locations in Nebraska.

Details

• Coverage split across SNF and home health settings in Grand Island, Hastings, and Kearney, Nebraska
• Home health caseload accounts for approximately 2–3 days per week in each coverage area
• Geriatric patient population across SNF and home health settings
• SNF productivity expectation is 82% (evaluation, group, and concurrent time counted in full); HH productivity expectation is 90%, inclusive of drive time and documentation
• EMR systems used are Net Health and HCHB
• 8-hour day shifts; standard schedule is Monday–Friday with flexibility for shifted schedules such as Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday
• Mileage and drive time are compensated between locations and from patient to patient in home health
• Candidates residing within 80 miles of the facility are subject to local pay rates

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
• Completion of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program
• Current state licensure for the state of practice required, if applicable
• Current BLS certification required
• Experience in a rehabilitation or geriatrics setting preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing

Additional Information

• New graduates will be considered — a therapy supervisor is onsite, and a clinical specialist and director are also available for support
• Responsibilities include administering therapeutic interventions, assessing client needs, and developing individualized plans of care
• Documents clinical observations and services provided, notifies physicians of changes, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team
• Trains clients, family members, and staff on therapeutic interventions and equipment
• Follows infection control, safety standards, and appropriate bag techniques during home health visits
• Coverage in Kearney is temporary while a staff SLP is on maternity leave; upon her return, the assignment will shift fully to the Grand Island and Hastings SNF and HH locations
• Scrubs or appropriate clinical attire expected; noise level in the work environment is generally moderate