Speech and Language Pathologist (Rehabilitation)

Job Description

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Welcome to United Health System , where excellence in healthcare meets a commitment to compassionate and personalized patient care. At United Health System , we are dedicated to fostering an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and the well-being of our patients and staff. As a leading healthcare organization, our mission is to provide high-quality healthcare services across diverse communities.

Job Title: Speech and Language Pathologist (Rehabilitation)

Duration: 13 Weeks

Location: St. Joseph, MO 64501

Shift: Days

Hourly Rate: $47 to $50 on W2

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech and Language Pathologist to join our rehabilitation team in St. Joseph, MO. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in diagnosing and treating speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. This is a 13-week assignment with day shifts, providing an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessment and Evaluation:
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results and patient goals.
• Treatment and Intervention:
• Implement evidence-based therapy interventions to address communication and swallowing disorders.
• Provide training and education to patients and their families to support therapy goals and improve outcomes.
• Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and physical therapists, to provide holistic care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members to ensure coordinated care.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with facility and regulatory standards.
• Prepare and submit reports as required by the rehabilitation team and external agencies.
• Patient and Family Education:
• Educate patients and their families on strategies to improve communication and swallowing function.
• Provide resources and support to help patients and families cope with the challenges of speech and language disorders.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Licensure and Certification:
• Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist in Missouri.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is preferred.
• Experience:
• Previous experience in a rehabilitation setting is highly desirable.
• Experience with a variety of patient populations, including adults and geriatrics, is preferred.