Travel Speech Language Pathologist
Indianapolis, IN
Critical Connection, inc
5x8 hrs

Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Acute Care/Inpatient - Indianapolis, IN

Evaluates patients in the acute care medical setting for Speech-Language Pathology services and provides therapeutic intervention according to professional and departmental standards. Assesses the appropriateness and effectiveness of services provided based on the needs of the individual patient and completes documentation according to the standards set by the Inpatient Rehabilitation Department.

Essential Job Duties:

• Performs Speech-Language Pathology evaluations and treatments involving varied diagnoses and units using a variety of appropriate treatment techniques and completes documentation according to established departmental policies and procedures.

• Meets departmental productivity standards and completes productivity logs in a timely manner.

• Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives engaging in excellent customer service practices including but not limited to following ICARE principles. Consults with and serves as a resource for physicians, nursing staff, and other clinicians to increase knowledge of Speech-Language Pathology scope of practice to identify patients who would benefit from Speech-Language Pathology services.

• Stays up to date on hospital policies, departmental requirements and process improvement initiatives by reading all correspondence (meeting minutes, weekly updates, etc) and participating in huddles. Promptly responds to communication and requests.

• Provides technical supervision, direction, and support to students and volunteers.

Educational/Experience Requirements:

The minimum level of education and experience for this position includes:

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Previous experience required; acute care experience preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and personalized service
• 100% Medical and Dental coverage from your first day of employment. 3 different Health plans to choose from that best fit your needs.
• Housing stipend
• Meals and Incidentals
• License Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance
• Weekly pay schedule with Direct Deposit
• $1200 Continuing ED/CEU assistance and Local Inservices (free of cost)
• 401 K Plan
• Short and Long