Travel Speech Language Pathologist - $2,872 per week

TotalMed; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for an immediate opening in Peoria, Illinois. The right candidate should possess at least 6 months of experience and hold ASHA-SLP National Certification along with BLS certification. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating speech disorders and creating individualized treatment plans. This is a travel position requiring flexibility and adaptability with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 6 months of experience preferred; new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Must have BLS and ASHA-SLP National Certification.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, treat, and prevent speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Create treatment and therapy plans for diverse patient populations.
• Perform screenings to detect voice or speech disorders.
• Educate patients and families about speech disorders and causes.
• Report progress to families, teachers, or medical professionals.
• Provide documentation following state/insurance guidelines.

Skills

Speech therapy

Patient education

Documentation

Anatomy knowledge

Education

ASHA-SLP National Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Overview

TNAA TotalMed Allied is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Peoria, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

We are looking for a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for an immediate travel opening in Peoria, IL. The right SLP should have 1 year of experience; for an exceptional candidate with an appropriate background, 6 months of experience may be accepted. Read below for additional requirements.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, treat, and prevent speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Create treatment and therapy plans to suit the individualized needs of a diverse population of patients.
• Perform screenings to detect voice or speech disorders.
• Educate patients and family members about speech disorders and causes, including disabilities and traumatic events.
• Report progress and current status to appropriate parties, which may include family members, teachers, or medical professionals.
• Provide timely and accurate documentation following state and/or insurance guidelines.

Requirements

• Must have 6 months of experience; new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Must have BLS and ASHA-SLP National Certification with state-specific licensing.
• Speech‑Language Pathologists should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. SLPs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.

Requirements*: ASHA, BLS, 2 Years

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TotalMed Allied Job ID #1284729. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Speech‑Language Pathologists - SLP THER - Travel

About TNAA TotalMed Allied

In the fast‑paced, highly competitive industry that is healthcare, you need a partner who works for and with you. At TotalMed, we’re a team who really cares. Our goal is to give gold standard customer care by enhancing the recruiter‑traveler partnership with a high level of integrity and fun while supporting the experience you want to have throughout your travel career.

Our recruiters can help you evaluate the best healthcare jobs offered nationwide by uncovering your ideal career path and providing as much information as possible to assist in making the best decision for you in a no‑pressure atmosphere.

We care like no others so that you can care like no other.

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