Description

American Traveler seeks a CCC-certified Speech-Language Pathologist with LTC or rehab experience for a long-term care facility in Mound City, MO on a 13-week assignment.

Details

• Long-term care setting within the Speech Language Pathology unit
• Caseload typically includes 10-14 patients per day depending on evaluations scheduled
• Treatment sessions typically last around 30 minutes per patient
• Group therapy sessions are offered and utilized to support productivity
• Each therapist is provided a dedicated device for documentation
• Monday through Friday schedule with 8-hour day shifts
• Flexible start time between 6AM and 10AM as long as consistent and communicated with the Director of Rehab
• No weekend work required unless making up hours for a holiday falling on a weekday
• No on-call requirements
• Compact license accepted

Requirements

• Active ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) required
• Active Missouri state license required (license required if applicable)
• Minimum 1 year of SLP experience required; new grads with Level II clinical fieldwork experience accepted
• LTC or rehab setting experience required
• 3+ years of experience holding active CCC preferred
• One professional reference required for consideration

Additional Information

• Screen, evaluate, and rehabilitate patients with communication, cognitive, or swallowing disorders
• Develop and adjust individualized plans of care using standardized, evidence-based assessments
• Evaluate treatment outcomes and modify services or make referrals as needed
• Provide consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other providers
• Communicate regularly with supervisors and healthcare team members on patient progress and treatment plans
• Prepare comprehensive discharge summaries per regulatory and clinical standards
• Document all required treatment information in the electronic documentation system
• Participate in required meetings such as patient care conferences, utilization reviews, and rehab meetings
• Participate in facility and company-required trainings and in-services
• Obtain necessary DME or supplies per regulatory and clinical practice requirements
• Supervise and support CFY or student SLPs as needed
• Adhere to ASHA and state practice acts, codes of conduct, and ethics standards
• Up to 5 days of requested time off may be accommodated