Per Diem Speech Therapist, Baton Rouge

American Advanced Management; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

American Advanced Management in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Speech Therapist for a per diem position. Responsibilities include evaluating cognitive communication skills and providing treatment for swallowing function. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, have a valid state license, and demonstrate effective communication skills.

Experience in long-term acute care is preferred. This role offers the opportunity to make meaningful impacts on patients' communication and swallowing potential.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program satisfying the ASHA certification.
• Must hold and maintain a current state license.
• One to two years of experience in speech therapy, preferably in long term acute care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of cognitive communication skills.
• Provide goal-oriented treatment for communication and swallowing functions.

Skills

Communication skills

Swallowing function evaluation

Cognitive communication skills evaluation

Education

Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

American Advanced Management in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Speech Therapist for a per diem position. Responsibilities include evaluating cognitive communication skills and providing treatment for swallowing function. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, have a valid state license, and demonstrate effective communication skills.

Experience in long-term acute care is preferred. This role offers the opportunity to make meaningful impacts on patients' communication and swallowing potential.