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Speech Language Pathologist
Marshfield, MO
Speech-Language Pathologist – Long-Term Care
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 setting. You'll develop individualized care plans using standardized assessments and evidence-based practices, monitor patient progress, and adjust treatments as needed. This role includes patient and family counseling, consultation with the care team, and comprehensive discharge planning.
Shift & Schedule
- Days: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM (8-hour shifts)
- Weekends: None, unless a holiday falls within the work week (hours can be made up on the weekend)
- On-call: None
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Start Date: December 7, 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Screen, evaluate, and rehabilitate patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders
- Develop and implement treatment plans aligned with regulatory and clinical standards
- Document all services, treatment outcomes, and patient progress in the electronic health record
- Participate in care conferences, utilization reviews, and team meetings
- Provide supervision and mentorship to Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) or student SLPs
- Maintain adherence to ASHA and Missouri practice standards and ethics
Required Qualifications
- Current Missouri State License
- CCC-certified SLP
- Minimum 1 year of SLP experience
- Long-term care (LTC) or skilled nursing facility (SNF) experience required
- 3+ years with active CCS preferred
One professional reference required at time of submission.