Speech Language Pathologist SLP PRN
Cassia•Boone, IA
•$45 - $60•Onsite
About The Position
Pro Rehab is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to work at Westhaven in Boone, Iowa. The role evaluates and treats patients to improve communication, speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing abilities. The SLP assesses patient needs, develops individualized treatment and care plans, provides therapeutic interventions, educates patients and families, monitors progress, adjusts treatment as needed, and collaborates with healthcare and education professionals to support quality, personalized care. The position is PRN/on-call, with a minimum availability of six hours per month. New graduates are welcome, and there are no productivity requirements. The stated wage range is $45–$60 per hour, depending on experience.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited speech therapy program and hold a bachelor’s degree.
- Possess a current accredited Minnesota Speech Therapist License.
- Have strong knowledge of state, federal, and local regulations applicable to home health care.
- Have strong knowledge of speech and language disorders, communication and assessment skills, and a commitment to improving patients’ communication and quality of life.
- Be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing, with sufficient communication skills to perform the required tasks.
Nice To Haves
- New graduates are welcome to apply.
Responsibilities
- Assess and diagnose communication disorders and patient deficits, including speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing difficulties.
- Develop and implement personalized therapy programs to address patients’ functional deficits.
- Provide speech and language therapy exercises and interventions to improve communication and speech abilities.
- Educate and support patients and families by teaching communication strategies and techniques for daily life.
- Monitor patient progress, document improvements, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Collaborate with healthcare and education teams, including doctors, teachers, and therapists, to provide comprehensive support.
- Develop care plans and discharge planning strategies to support patient recovery.
- Educate patients and families on therapy techniques and home care practices.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with experience-based raises
- Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling and coaching for employees and family members
- Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
