Speech Language Pathologist - PRN

TMC; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 75,768 - 93,676; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities

Mental Wellbeing Support Program

Job summary

TMC in Issaquah, Washington is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join their Quality Care Rehab team. This PRN position focuses on diagnosing and treating individuals with communication and swallowing disorders. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, implementing interventions, and managing communication supports. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and state certification. Benefits include flexible scheduling and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in an accredited Speech Language Pathology program.
• Current license/certification in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations for speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve communication and swallowing.
• Assess needs for augmentative and alternative communication systems.
• Evaluate and treat swallowing disorders through rehabilitation techniques.

Skills

Assessment and Diagnosis

Treatment Planning and Intervention

Therapeutic Interventions

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

Dysphagia Management

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist - PRN

Department: Quality Care Rehab

Employment Type: Flexible

Location: Timber Ridge at Talus

Reporting To: Robin Lindley

Compensation: $55.00 - $68.00 / 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.

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:

• 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.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in an accredited Speech Language Pathology program.
• Current license/certification in the state of practice.

TMC is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

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