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Speech Language Pathologist (Inpatient/Outpatient)
Lawton, Oklahoma
Memorial Health System of Southwest Oklahoma

$2,116-2,476/week

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Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) - Temp Position

Location: Lawton, Oklahoma
Employment Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Provide a full range of diagnostic and clinical services for inpatients and outpatients across all age groups (infant to geriatric) with speech and language problems, cognitive deficits, voice and fluency issues, and swallowing disorders. Work within a multidisciplinary team.

The clinician may be required to float between inpatient and outpatient rehab settings as needed.

Required Qualifications

Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Speech and Language Pathologist in the State of Oklahoma
Minimum 1 year of experience as an SLP
Willingness to float between inpatient and outpatient rehab settings
Current BLS certification (AHA) required
ACLS certification preferred

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with neurogenic patients and dysphagia
Recent travel experience as an SLP preferred

Additional Information

Must provide recent work history and skills checklist relevant to the specialty
Two supervisory references from within the last two years required
Candidates local to the area may be considered with adjusted terms

Note: This position involves working in a regional referral center providing comprehensive healthcare services.

About Lawton, OK

As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Lawton, OK here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally align with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average high: 94°F, average low: 71°F.
Winter average high: 53°F, average low: 28°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.

Transportation

Car friendly city with minimal traffic congestion.
Limited public transportation options.

Demographics

Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to the dry climate.
Lawton has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plenty of dining options with a mix of local and chain restaurants.
Art and music scene is vibrant, with local galleries and live music venues.
Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local college and high school games.
Outdoor activities include hiking, fishing, and camping at the nearby Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.

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