Speech Language Pathologist – Rehabilitation
Lynnwood, WA
LifePoint
5x8 hrs, Days

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Travel Position

Location: Lynnwood, Washington
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Weekly Hours: 40 hours
Weekend Hours: Once a month
Call Requirements: None

Job Summary

Provide occupational therapy services primarily to adult and geriatric patients in a medical rehabilitation setting. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess, plan, and implement therapy interventions, monitor patient progress, and participate in patient and family education.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Speech Language Pathologist license in Washington
• Minimum 1 year of Speech Language Pathologist experience, including experience within the last year
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current BLS certification

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and initiate appropriate occupational therapy interventions
• Supervise Certified Occupational Therapist Assistants, rehabilitation technicians, and students as needed
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness and recommend changes to physicians when necessary
• Perform patient reassessments and quality improvement scoring according to policy
• Manage patient pain and make appropriate interventions or physician contacts
• Maintain patient safety and reduce healthcare errors during care delivery
• Document patient progress, goals, and interdisciplinary care plans accurately and timely
• Participate in patient/family and team conferences
• Maintain professional relationships within and outside the department
• Assist with orientation, in-service training, and performance improvement initiatives
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and departmental policies
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations
• Demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct, and organizational values

Patient Population

• Adult and geriatric patients requiring medical rehabilitation
• Common diagnoses include stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury, and debility

Work Environment

• Rehabilitation unit with approximately 40 beds
• Electronic Health Records systems: EPIC and Rehab Connect
• Dress code: Black scrubs

Additional Information

• Must report between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM on the first day
• Cooperative personality with a desire to be a team player is essential
• Weekend work required once per month
• No float or call requirements

This position offers an opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary rehabilitation environment focused on adult and geriatric care with a supportive team atmosphere.