Travel Speech Language Pathologist
El Paso, TX
TNAA TotalMed Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
$1,900/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
We are looking for a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for an immediate travel opening in El Paso, TX. The right SLP should have 1 year of experience; for an exceptional candidate with an appropriate background, 6 months of experience may be accepted. Read below for additional requirements.
As an SLP, you will be responsible for assisting patients with speech, voice, or swallowing impairments and evaluating and developing a plan of care for a variety of patient populations in the acute care setting.
TasksAs an SLP, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
- Diagnose, treat, and prevent speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
- Create treatment and therapy plans to suit the individualized needs of a diverse population of patients.
- Perform screenings to detect voice or speech disorders.
- Educate patients and family members about speech disorders and causes, including disabilities and traumatic events.
- Report progress and current status to appropriate parties, which may include family members, teachers, or medical professionals.
- Provide timely and accurate documentation following state and/or insurance guidelines.
Must have 6 months of experience; however, new grads are encouraged to apply. Must have BLS and ASHA-SLP National Certification with state-specific licensing.
Speech-Language Pathologists should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean or stoop without difficulty. SLPs must have a sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology.
Requirements*: ASHA, BLS, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Employer
TNAA TotalMed Allied
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About El Paso, TX
As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in El Paso, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 95°F and low of 71°F.
- Winter average high of 58°F and low of 32°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find, with various options available for travel nurses.
- Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available but may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- El Paso is a diverse city with a mix of cultures.
- The population has a wide age range, and common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to the desert climate.
- There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, biking, and golfing.
- The city also hosts summer concerts and has various cultural attractions.
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