Speech Language Pathologist PRN
About The Position
Innovate Rehab and Wellness is hiring a licensed PRN Speech-Language Pathologist to provide as-needed care in a skilled nursing facility. The role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders, including speech, language, voice, fluency, and cognitive-communication needs. The SLP helps patients improve function and quality of life through individualized, evidence-based care. The position offers flexible, as-needed scheduling and a competitive hourly rate based on experience. The company describes itself as therapist- and veteran-owned, with more than 25 years of experience providing skilled health care and a focus on patient-centered care. Its approach includes primarily one-on-one care, with group or concurrent treatments accounting for under 1% of treatment. The role may involve working independently and serving diverse patient populations.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Active and valid Speech-Language Pathology license in Missouri.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and patient-care skills.
- Ability to work independently and provide high-quality, evidence-based care.
Nice To Haves
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
- Prior speech therapy experience; new graduates are welcome.
- CPR certification.
Responsibilities
- Conduct evaluations for speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
- Provide therapy for articulation, cognitive-communication, and swallowing.
- Educate patients, families, and caregivers about strategies and techniques.
- Collaborate with occupational therapists, physical therapists, physicians, and nursing staff to provide comprehensive care.
- Document patient progress accurately and update treatment plans.
- Stay current with best practices and advances in speech-language pathology.
Benefits
- Flexible PRN schedule.
- Competitive hourly wage based on experience.
- Opportunities to work with diverse patient populations and in diverse patient care settings.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive, collaborative, therapist- and veteran-owned company culture.
