Local Contract Speech Language Pathologist - $63 per hour

TalentBurst, an Inc 5000 company; Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to provide outpatient rehabilitation services in the older adult population, primarily in-home. The role involves evaluating and treating patients in their homes or facilities, coordinating with the rehabilitation team, and ensuring high-quality patient care in a flexible setting.

Responsibilities include supervision of CFYs/students, adherence to treatment schedules, and developing individualized plans of care to restore communication

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Speech Language Pathologist license in the state(s) of practice.
• Must possess or be eligible for ASHA CCC or CF eligibility.
• Must have a valid driver's license or reliable transportation to/from patients' residences.

Responsibilities

• Supervise CFYs, students and support personnel per state licensure requirements.
• Adhere to department and patient treatment schedules; complete clinical and billing documentation.
• Attend and contribute to patient care and staff meetings.
• Make referrals to other disciplines to address patient needs.
• Collaborate with rehab team and physician to select appropriate therapy.
• Adapt plan of care to patient needs; ensure safe home environment.
• Coordinate care in home/community with interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

SLP license (state(s) of practice)

ASHA CCC or CF eligibility

Driver's license

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Title: Speech Language Pathologist
Length of assignment: 13 Weeks
Shift: 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Minimum guarantee: 40 Hours
Location: Canaan, CT

POSITION SUMMARY

The Speech Language Pathologist will primarily provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for the older adult population. The in-home setting could be a patient's private residence or in a patient's room in an assisted living facility, or in an independent living facility. Client Rehabilitation To You allows the Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat in the most functional environment which is the patient's home. The Speech Language Pathologist organizes and provides speech-language services for the agency to facilitate rehabilitation. They direct patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. Also, the Speech Language Pathologist facilitates the learning of those skills and functions essential for communication and swallowing, to diminish or remediate disorders or deficits. They direct activities to promote and maintain health, within the scope of practice and consistent with the Code of Ethics of the profession. This position provides a flexible schedule and work environment in various settings.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES

• As necessary or applicable, supervision of CFYs temporary licensees, students and support personnel in accordance with state licensure requirements and professional standards.
• Responsible for adherence to department and patient treatment schedule, timely clinical and billing documentation requirements as well as work related meetings.
• Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other related meetings.
• Makes referrals to other disciplines, agencies in order to address the comprehensive needs of the patient.
• Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team and the physician to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
• Adapts program and/or plan of care according to the needs of the individual patient.
• Promotes a safe environment and enforces the elimination of fire and safety hazards.
• Orders supplies and equipment as necessary.
• Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
• Puts Patient Service first, ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individual's needs and rights.
• Screens, examines and evaluates patients, including history, systems review, and application of appropriate tests and measures, synthesis information and interprets examination findings in order to establish a diagnosis, identify impairments, determine the predicted level of improvement and the time required to achieve it, identify precautions/contraindications and design and plan of care. Develops appropriate treatment goals and methods in collaboration with the patient and caregivers, implements the speech language pathology treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services. Services include but are not limited to application of therapeutic techniques in areas such as:

• cognitive-communication
• speech intelligibility
• oral motor skills
• swallowing disorders/dysphagia
• perceptual abilities
• orientation
• memory
• pragmatics
• psychosocial expression
• functional communication
• case management skills in the home and community

• Coordinates the acquisition of adaptive communication devices and instructs patients in their use.
• Facilitates identification of hearing deficits and appropriately refers for assessment, diagnosis rehabilitation and/or personal amplification.
• Selects appropriate activities suited to the individual's physical and mental capacity, intelligence level and interest.
• Instructs patients in the skills and techniques required for participation in therapeutic activities, and evaluates patient progress, attitudes and behavior as related to rehabilitative potential.
• Performs routine reexamination as needed/required to modify/progress plan of treatment.
• Coordinates care in the home and community with other members of the interdisciplinary team in collaboration with the referring physician.
• Performs other related duties as required.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a valid Speech Language Pathologist license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• Must possess or be eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or be eligible to participate as an ASHA Clinical Fellow.
• Must have a valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients' residence

JOB SKILLS

• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

COMPLIANCE

• Complies with applicable legal requirements, standards, policies and procedures including but not limited to those within the Compliance and Ethics Program, Standard/Code of Conduct, Federal False Claims Act and HIPAA.
• Participates in required orientation and training programs.
• Promptly reports concerns and suspected incidences of non-compliance to supervisor, Compliance Liaison or to the Compliance Officer via the Integrity Hotline.
• Cooperates with monitoring and audit functions and investigations.
• Participates, as requested, in quality assurance and process improvement activities.

About TalentBurst, Inc

TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top‑notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive.

Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.