Speech Language Pathologist Neuro Rehab

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation•Peabody, MA

2d•$55 - $60•Remote

About The Position

This role is for a Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in Neuro Rehabilitation. The position focuses on providing functional rehabilitation in real-life environments such as homes, schools, workplaces, and communities, rather than solely in a clinic setting. The Speech-Language Pathologist will support individuals with neurological diagnoses to improve speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing skills. The goal is to help patients and their families develop strategies to enhance communication, independence, and quality of life. The role offers flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and a thoughtfully designed coverage area.

Requirements

Minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited Speech Language Pathology program.
Valid Speech Language Pathology license in the state(s) of practice.
Current CPR Certification in accordance with state regulations.
A minimum of one year’s work experience as a Speech Language Pathologist.
Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury preferred.
Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures.
Duties require fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking/standing for extended periods.
Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times.
A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on specific location policy, local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

An experienced SLP, enthusiastic about providing functional rehabilitation wherever life happens, whether at home, school, work, or in the community.
Ready to treat patients beyond a staged environment into real life experiences like cooking in their kitchen, navigating grocery stores, restaurants, outdoor activities, and the workplace.
Thrives in an autonomous setting, and values being a part of a collaborative team of dynamic therapists.

Responsibilities

Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans for patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
Regularly re-assess the effectiveness of treatment plans.
Attend staffing meetings and family conferences.
Perform discharge evaluations, make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety, and provide referral and education resources.
Communicate patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services, and family members.
Communicate with other disciplines to ensure collaboration, coordination of care, and enhance patient outcomes.