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Job description
Embark on a dynamic contract opportunity providing essential therapy services within a 72-bed long-term acute care hospital equipped with a 12-bed ICU. As the primary Speech-Language Pathologist, you will play a pivotal role in helping patients recover and progress toward returning home or entering inpatient rehabilitation.
Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8-hour shifts
Typical shift: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (includes a 30-minute lunch break, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm)
No weekend or major holiday shifts
Qualifications & Experience Desired: Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), eligible for practice in a hospital setting
Demonstrated proficiency with Modified Barium Swallow Studies; comfortable working with a C-arm and collaborating with Radiology Technicians
Experience with patients requiring tracheostomy care, Passy Muir speaking valve, or increased oxygen support
Proven ability to effectively communicate patient progress and concerns with physicians and multidisciplinary teams
Background in treating a range of diagnoses, including CVA, stroke, TBI, SCI, and respiratory failure
Strong independent clinical judgment and initiative, as you will be the primary SLP (with PRN support available)
Prior experience in a hospital or long-term acute care environment highly valued
Key Responsibilities: Deliver individualized SLP assessment and treatment to a diverse, complex patient population
Perform and document in-house Modified Barium Swallow Studies regularly
Manage a productivity requirement of 50% (minimum 240 minutes of billable treatment per 8-hour day)
Collaborate closely with an experienced team of healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes
Educate families and patients on progress, care, and rehabilitation goals
Contribute to a collaborative, achievement-focused care environment in a vital role that offers the option to extend. Take the next step in your career-apply today if you are ready to make a meaningful difference in an advanced hospital setting.
$2,606 - $2,747/Week Estimated weekly earnings represent hourly wages, based on 40 hours per week, and expense reimbursement for eligible candidates. The actual amount may vary based on hours worked, eligibility for reimbursements, and seasonal adjustments.
Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here . This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
Worksite address
oklahoma city, OK, 73116, US
Who can apply
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