Acute Care Speech-Language Pathologist
Philippi, WV
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist with active CCC-SLP and BLS certification for an acute care hospital setting, with coverage required across inpatient, outpatient, and long-term care units.

Responsibilities

• Position is based in an acute care hospital setting with responsibilities in inpatient, outpatient, and long-term care units
• Day shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Floats between various units as needed to provide coverage
• Therapists are required to wear brown or coral tops with khaki bottoms
• Eligible candidates must reside at least 75 miles from the facility
• First-time travelers are accepted for this assignment
• Main responsibilities include providing speech therapy services to patients in acute, outpatient, and long-term care units
• Modules must be completed prior to start and are included in orientation hours
• Orientation is scheduled every other Thursday
• Candidates with a permanent address between 75 and 100 miles may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Previous permanent employees must wait two years after last employment to return as travelers
• Current employees of Vandalia Health System are not eligible for travel contracts at this facility

Requirements

• Current CCC-SLP certification
• Active BLS certificate required
• State SLP license required if applicable
• At least 1 year of speech language pathology experience in a healthcare setting
• Vital Stim certification preferred
• References from at least two managers or charge staff within the past two years

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts