Provide specialized therapy services to patients facing communication, cognitive, or swallowing challenges in a hospital setting. This contract opportunity is located in Lebanon, MO, offering a dynamic clinical environment focused on high-quality patient care and collaborative healthcare delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Screen, evaluate, and rehabilitate patients using standardized assessments and evidence-based practices.
- Develop and implement individualized plans of care aligned with regulatory and clinical standards.
- Monitor patient progress, adjusting treatments as necessary and documenting all activities in the electronic records system.
- Evaluate treatment outcomes and modify services or make referrals accordingly.
- Provide consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare providers regarding speech disorders.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors and interdisciplinary team members about patient status and treatment plans.
- Deliver comprehensive discharge summaries adhering to all regulatory requirements.
- Participate in patient care conferences, utilization reviews, rehabilitation meetings, and mandatory trainings.
- Obtain necessary durable medical equipment or supplies in compliance with clinical standards.
- Supervise and support Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) or student Speech-Language Pathologists.
- Adhere to ASHA and State licensure requirements, codes of conduct, ethics, and practice acts.
Qualifications and Desired Experience:
- Active ASHA certification and State licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Proven experience in hospital-based therapy services, particularly in communication, cognitive, or swallowing disorders.
- Familiarity with documentation systems and regulatory compliance.
- Strong clinical reasoning, patient management, and interprofessional communication skills.
- Ability to supervise and mentor junior clinicians or students.
Location:Lebanon, Missouri, offers a welcoming community with a balance of small-town charm and access to regional amenities. Known for its natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities, Lebanon provides a comfortable environment for professionals seeking a quality lifestyle alongside rewarding clinical work.
This is a contract position providing hands-on experience in a collaborative healthcare setting. If you are a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist committed to evidence-based patient care and professional growth, apply today to contribute to meaningful outcomes.
