Pediatric Outpatient SLP
Farmington, NM
TNAA TotalMed Allied
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,816/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
Description
We are looking for a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for an immediate travel opening in Farmington, NM. 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, 1 Year
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Employer
TNAA TotalMed Allied
31 nurses recommend working with TNAA TotalMed Allied
Pros
Jake is the best to work with. He is very personable, respectful, and responds very quickly to any questions/concerns you have. I have worked with Jake since I started traveling and I can’t see myself working with anyone else.
Cons
None
Recommends working with TNAA TotalMed Allied
TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.
TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.
About Farmington, NM
As a travel nurse in Farmington, NM here's what you should know:- Farmington's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to 20°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Farmington.
- Farmington is car-friendly, with limited public transportation options.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses.
- Farmington offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating.
- There are also local restaurants, art galleries, and occasional music and sports events.
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