Travel Skilled Nursing Facility Speech Language Pathologist
Richland, WA
Preferred Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs
$2,262/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
- SettingSkilled Nursing Facility
Pay
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- 401k retirement plan
Description
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - Long Term Acute Care
SLP Job Summary:
We are looking for a talented Speech-Language Pathologist with LTACH experience to work at an excellent healthcare facility in Richland, Washington. This is a fantastic opportunity to build upon your speech-language pathology skills while advancing your SLP career. The job will entail providing speech therapy and rehabilitation services to patients at the facility. You care about people and are committed to helping each patient make progress towards achieving the optimal outcome, given the circumstances of each case.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.
- Recognize indications and contradictions to treatment, modify treatment programs, and be familiar with normal and abnormal patient responses.
- Instruct patient/family as needed, adapt conventional speech therapy techniques to meet the needs of the patients.
- Document concisely, accurately, and legibly all appropriate charting and paperwork.
- Follow ASHA guidelines for ethical and high-quality job performance.
Job Requirements:
- Active state license as a speech-language pathologist
- Current BLS/CPR certification
- 6 months of SLP experience within the last 5 years
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay package
- Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching
- Retirement planning and savings options
- Continuing Education reimbursement
- Ability to make an impact in the communities we serve
#featured opportunity
Preferred Healthcare is a well-established and highly reputable staffing agency that specializes in placing therapy and allied health professionals in positions carefully aligned with their skills and career goals. We pride ourselves on honesty, building lasting relationships, and genuinely taking care of our HCPs. We believe this helps to achieve our mutual goal: better patient care. Awarded Best of Staffing (6 years straight!) and Certified by The Joint Commission. For immediate consideration, please call or apply to this job.
Preferred Healthcare Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status as designated by federal, state, or local law.
Employer
Preferred Healthcare Staffing
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Pros
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Cons
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About Richland, WA
As a Travel Speech Language Pathologist in Richland, WA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Richland, WA is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the main contributing factor.
- However, wages generally match up with the cost of living in this area.
- Richland experiences hot summers with average highs of 87°F and lows of 59°F, while winters are cold with average highs of 41°F and lows of 26°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Richland, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's proximity to the Hanford Site and the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
- Richland is relatively car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
- Public transportation options are available, including bus services operated by Ben Franklin Transit.
- The population of Richland is diverse, with a mix of age groups.
- Common health issues in the area include allergies, asthma, and seasonal flu.
- Richland has a growing community of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities.
- Richland offers a variety of dining options, including local restaurants serving Pacific Northwest cuisine.
- The city has a thriving arts and music scene, with events and performances held at venues like the Richland Players Theater.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports along the Columbia River.
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