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Speech Language Pathologist
Oregon, MO
Speech-Language Pathologist
Position Overview
The facility is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in a long-term care or rehabilitation setting. You'll develop individualized plans of care using evidence-based practice, monitor patient progress, and adjust treatments based on clinical outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Screen, evaluate, and rehabilitate patients using standardized assessments
- Develop and implement treatment plans aligned with regulatory and clinical standards
- Provide consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and the healthcare team
- Document all clinical information accurately in the electronic health record
- Participate in patient care conferences, utilization reviews, and rehabilitation meetings
- Provide comprehensive discharge summaries
- Supervise CFY or Student Speech-Language Pathologists as needed
- Maintain adherence to ASHA and Missouri practice standards and ethics
Schedule & Contract
- Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM (8-hour days; flexible start/end times with supervisor approval)
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Weekends: No weekend work (except makeup hours if a holiday falls during the week)
- On-Call: None
Required Qualifications
- Active Missouri State License
- CCC-certified SLP
- Minimum 1 year SLP experience (new graduates with Level II clinical experience welcome)
- Long-term care or rehabilitation experience required
- One professional reference at time of submission
Preferred
- 3 years holding active CCS certification