Job Summary
Speech Language Pathologist (Inpatient) - Missouri. This role involves evaluating, rehabilitating, and developing treatment plans for patients with communication, cognitive, or swallowing disorders within an inpatient setting. The position requires adhering to all regulatory and clinical standards while collaborating with other healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes.
Job Details
- Position Description: Effectively screens, evaluates, and rehabilitates patients with communication, cognitive, or swallowing disorders, developing appropriate care plans aligned with regulatory and clinical practice standards. Utilizes standardized assessments and evidence-based practices to support interventions. Monitors patient progress, adjusts treatments accordingly, and evaluates treatment outcomes. Provides consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers. Communicates effectively with team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and plans. Prepares comprehensive discharge summaries and documents all clinical activities in electronic systems, maintaining patient records per policy.
- Required Qualifications: Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC certified), Missouri State Licensure, 1 year of experience, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, schedule: Rotating shift, 8 hours per day, minimum 40 hours per week.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in long-term care or rehabilitation settings.
- Additional Information: Knowledge of ASHA and State practice acts, ethics, and documentation requirements. Ability to support and supervise CFY or Student Speech-Language Pathologists. Participation in meetings, training sessions, and conferences as required. Obtain necessary DME or supplies in compliance with regulatory standards.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
