Speech Language Pathologist - PRN

TMC; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 82,656 - 89,544; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities

Mental Wellbeing Support Program

Job summary

TMC is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist to join its team at The Neighborhoods by Tiger Place Rehab in Columbia Township, Missouri. This role involves diagnosing, treating, and managing communication and swallowing disorders across all ages.

Key benefits include flexible scheduling, mentoring opportunities, and a mental wellbeing support program. A master's degree and state certification are required for candidates.

Qualifications

• Must have a Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current licensure or certification as required in the state of Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess communication disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve communication skills.
• Assess and implement AAC systems for communication support.
• Evaluate and treat swallowing disorders using various techniques.

Skills

Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Current license/certification in the state of practice

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist - PRN

Department: Inspire Therapy Solutions

Employment Type: Flexible

Location: The Neighborhoods by Tiger Place Rehab

Reporting To: Julie Vlasich

Compensation: $60.00 - $65.00 / hour

Description

TMC is a therapy provider that brings physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to long term care providers. We are growing and looking for an SLP to join the team. We want a Speech Therapist that believes in the benefits of therapy and has a passion for what they do. Giving back is at the core of everything we do. TMC is committed to our team members, helping them enhance skills, remain current on regulations, stay up to date on innovative technology, and advance their personal and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

As a Speech‑Language Pathologist, you hold a vital role in diagnosing, treating, and managing communication and swallowing disorders in individuals of all ages. Your expertise encompasses a wide range of skills aimed at improving speech, language, cognitive‑communication, voice, and swallowing abilities.

Here is an outline of the primary responsibilities of a Speech‑Language Pathologist:

• Assessment and Diagnosis: Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders in individuals with communication impairments. Speech‑Language Pathologists use standardized assessments, clinical observations, and diagnostic tools to identify the nature and severity of communication challenges and formulate accurate diagnoses.
• Treatment Planning and Intervention: Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to the specific needs and goals of each patient. Speech‑Language Pathologists design therapy sessions that incorporate evidence‑based techniques and strategies to address speech production, language comprehension and expression, social communication skills, voice quality, and swallowing function.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Implement a variety of therapeutic interventions to improve communication and swallowing abilities. This may include articulation drills, language exercises, cognitive‑communication tasks, voice therapy techniques, fluency shaping strategies, and management protocols. Speech‑Language Pathologists provide personalized instruction and feedback to support skill development and functional improvement.
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC): Assess the need for and implement AAC systems and devices to support individuals with severe communication impairments. Speech‑Language Pathologists collaborate with patients, families, and caregivers to select and customize AAC solutions that enhance communication and participation in daily activities.
• Dysphagia Management: Evaluate and treat swallowing disorders (dysphagia) through a combination of clinical assessments, therapeutic exercises, compensatory strategies, diet modifications, and swallowing rehabilitation techniques. Speech‑Language Pathologists play a key role in ensuring safe and efficient swallowing function to prevent aspiration and improve nutritional intake.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Masters Degree in an accredited Speech Language Pathology program
• Current license/certification in the state of practice

Benefits

• Flexible Scheduling.
• Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities.
• Mental Wellbeing Support Program.

TMC is an equal opportunity employer.