Rang Healthcare is seeking a travel Speech Language Pathologist for a travel job in Sitka, Alaska.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Speech Language Pathologist
- Discipline : Therapy
- Start Date : 03 / 03 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift : 8 hours, days
- Employment Type : Travel
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The details for this Travel Speech Language Pathologist Therapy Job are :
Specialty : Speech Language PathologistJob Location : Sitka, AlaskaTravel Therapy Salary : $3,244 / weekStart Date : ASAPAssignment Length : 13 weeksTotal Hours Per Week : 40 weeklyShift Breakdown : 5x8 hrsShift : 8 hours, daysEducation
Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program. Progressively responsible professional / exempt work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for college education.Experience3 years of experience providing therapy to the patient population served by this position. An equivalent combination of relevant education and / or training may be substituted for experience.Acute care hospital experience of at least three years including subspecialty areas of dysphasia and neurology is preferredExperience with modified barium swallow / video fluoroscopic swallowing studies and bedside “clinical” swallowing examinations, preferredLicenseLicensed by the State of Alaska in the field of Speech Language PathologyCertification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology by the American Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationBasic Life Support certificationValid Driver’s LicenseKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of :Physiology of speech production and swallowing including respiration, phonation, articulation resonance anatomic structures, neuroanatomy and neurophysiology supporting speech, language, hearing, swallowing, respiration, the vocal / aero digestive tract and organic etiologies of disorders of communication. In order to administer a variety of standardized assessments, being able to select the most appropriate test for a specific client and implement treatments accordingly.Various techniques for providing sound assessments, evaluation & treatment planning, and treatments for patients presenting various diagnosis with functional deficits among the general population.Regulations and practice standards as they relate to SLP including billing mechanisms (Medicaid, Medicare and third party payers) that may be available for patient equipment and service.Skills :SLP evaluation and treatment skills : skill in assessing, treating and evaluating speech and language therapy patients while synthesizing knowledge of neurological diseases and formulating the results of evaluation into a treatment plan to assist physicians and other professional health staff in proper diagnosis and treatment including modified barium swallow examsExpressing self clearly and effectively in written and spoken communication, such as in both daily documentation of written reports, client progress notes, narrative summaries, as well as in effectively training clinical and non-clinical staff; consulting with upper management, outside agencies, organizations, and subordinates; networking with other providers in the community; and proficient in public speaking.Utilizing information technology. Proficiency with computers including multiple software applications, interface with multiple programs and use of laptops, tablets and imaging devices.Abilities :Must have the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, teachers, community members and non- SLP service professional persons of any level of understanding. Including the ability to translate complex SLP service diagnoses, evaluations, and therapies into simple oral and written language that others can understandMust have the physical ability to deliver treatment techniques and assist patient mobility while keeping patients and self-safe. Allowing the therapist to work effectively with patients and their families for proven therapeutic progressMust have the ability to exercise sound judgment in all aspects of employment such as patient care, work place safety and employee relations.About Rang Healthcare
Founded in 2005, Rang Healthcare (a division of Rang Technologies Inc) has been staffing clients for over 17 years for administrative, nursing and IT / Systems. Rang Healthcare offers extensive recruiting experience in a cost-effective manner. We help institutions successfully reduce complexity, boost productivity, and enhance patient outcomes.
We provide the specialized talent and expertise you require, whether it’s for a direct hire, contract-to-hire, or contract position. It is now even more vital to collaborate with a firm that has the knowledge and expertise to provide the best in class and most qualified personnel.
You can count on the Rang Healthcare for talent acquisition.
Benefits
401k retirement planDental benefitsReferral bonusVision benefitsWeekly pay
Salary : $3,244
