LTACH Speech-Language Pathologist - Day Shift Contract

Kindred Hospital Aurora, CO; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Aurora, a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital, is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for a 13-week contract in Aurora, Colorado. You will evaluate and treat speech and language disorders for a diverse patient population, documenting progress in ProTouch EMR and coordinating with the healthcare team.

The day shift runs Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. A valid state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist is required, with preferred experience in an acute hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in an acute hospital setting is preferred.
• Must have valid state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations to assess communication disorders and develop treatment plans.
• Implement individualized therapy programs for patients.
• Monitor and document patient progress in ProTouch EMR.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to optimize patient care.
• Educate patients and families about communication disorders and strategies for improvement.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Therapy planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

State licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist

Tools

ProTouch EMR

Job description

Kindred Hospital Aurora, a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital, is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for a 13-week contract in Aurora, Colorado. You will evaluate and treat speech and language disorders for a diverse patient population, documenting progress in ProTouch EMR and coordinating with the healthcare team.

The day shift runs Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. A valid state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist is required, with preferred experience in an acute hospital setting.