Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $1,568 per week

The Good Life MedStaff is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Saint Helens, Oregon.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline : Therapy
• Start Date : ASAP
• Duration : 12 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours, days
• Employment Type : Travel

Job Title : Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)\nJob Summary : \nSpeech-Language Pathologist (SLP) assess, diagnose, and treat individuals with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in communication sciences and a passion for helping individuals improve their communication skills and overall quality of life.\n\nKey Responsibilities : \nEvaluate patients’ speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities.\n\nDevelop and implement individualized treatment plans.\n\nProvide direct therapy services to individuals with speech, language, or swallowing disorders.\n\nCollaborate with physicians, teachers, psychologists, and other professionals to develop effective treatment strategies.\n\nDocument patient progress and adjust therapy plans as needed.\n\nEducate patients, family members, and caregivers on treatment techniques and strategies.\n\nMaintain accurate and timely records in compliance with healthcare regulations.\n\nUse specialized equipment and techniques to treat communication and swallowing disorders.\n\nParticipate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to overall patient care plans.\n\nStay up-to-date with research and advancements in the field of speech-language pathology.\n\nRequired Qualifications : \nMaster’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.\n\nCertificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), or eligibility to obtain.\n\nState-specific license or certification (as required).\n\nExcellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.\n\nAbility to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.\n\nPreferred Qualifications : \nExperience in educational, clinical, or rehabilitation settings.\n\nBilingual or multilingual abilities.\n\nKnowledge of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems.\n\nLicensing & Certification Requirements by State : \nAll 50 U.S. states require Speech-Language Pathologists to be licensed or certified to practice. General requirements include : \n\nA master’s degree in speech-language pathology.\n\nCompletion of a clinical fellowship (typically 9 months of supervised professional practice).\n\nPassing the Praxis Exam in Speech-Language Pathology.\n\nCompletion of continuing education to maintain licensure.\n\nVariations by State : \nHere are some examples (always verify with each state's licensing board for up-to-date information) : \n\nState\tLicense Required\tSpecial Notes\nCalifornia\tYes\tLicensure through the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board.\nTexas\tYes\tTemporary license required for clinical fellowship year.\nFlorida\tYes\tLicense from the Department of Health; CEU requirements every renewal period.\nNew York\tYes\tMust complete a New York State-approved program and pass a state-specific exam.\nIllinois\tYes\tRequires professional license and registration with the IDFPR.\nPennsylvania\tYes\tBoard requires background check and child abuse clearance.\nColorado\tYes\tLicensure administered by DORA; CE requirements every 2 years.\nArizona\tYes\tSeparate license for telepractice also available.\nMassachusetts\tYes\tLicense issued by the Board of Registration for SLP and Audiology.\nGeorgia\tYes\tMust apply through the Georgia State Board of Examiners.\nMost states follow the ASHA certification standards, but always check for state-specific policies regarding telepractice, school settings, and CEUs.

The Good Life MedStaff Job ID #34604339. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : Allied Health : Speech Language Pathology / Speech Therapy,06 : 00 : 00-14 : 00 : 00

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