Speech Language Pathologist - Long Term Care
Saint Joseph, MO
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,308/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingLong Term Acute Care (LTAC)
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Speech-Language Pathologist
Location: Saint Joseph, Missouri
Setting: Long-term care / skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation
Schedule: Days, 8 hours per day
Contract length: 13 weeks
Employment type: Temp
Required Qualifications
- Valid Speech Language Pathologist license in Missouri
- Speech Language Pathologist (1 year of experience)
- Speech Language Pathologist experience within the last year
- CCC
- Experience in a(n) Long Term Care setting
- Experience in a(n) Rehabilitation setting
- Driver's License
Role Overview
- Develops treatment plans to improve swallowing, cognitive, and communication abilities and reduce aspiration
- Leads, guides, and directs speech-language pathology and audiology services in the facility
- Works with residents in both short-term rehab and long-term care
Additional Notes
- One reference will be accepted at time of submission
- Dress code: scrubs
Employer
Host Healthcare
267 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Chris as been so helpful every step of the way. Keeps me updated on everything and responds so fast! Would recommend Chris to everyone!!
Cons
none
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During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Saint Joseph, MO
As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Saint Joseph, MO here's what you should know:- Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 86°F and winter lows of 17°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car-friendly city with limited public transportation options.
- Diverse community with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- Saint Joseph has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Variety of restaurants, local art scene, live music venues, sports events, and outdoor activities near the Missouri River.
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