Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

Join Jackson Therapy Partners as a travel Speech Language Pathologist supporting a skilled nursing facility in Mound City, MO. Use your skills to evaluate and treat patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders while following regulatory and clinical practice standards. Apply today and a recruiter will reach out with more details.

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA required.
• Active Missouri state license required. Compact eligible candidates acceptable where applicable.
• Minimum 1 year of SLP experience required. Experience in long term care (LTC) or rehabilitation required.
• Ability to utilize standardized assessments and evidence-based interventions and to document per regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Ability to supervise and support CFY or student SLPs.
• BLS certification may be required from AHA or ARC.
• Must submit one professional reference at time of submission.
• New graduates with Level II clinical experience are acceptable. Level I observation experience is not sufficient.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years experience holding active CCC is preferred.
• Experience with documentation in electronic medical records preferred.

Assignment Details

• M-F, 8 hour days. Times are flexible as long as consistent and communicated with Director of Rehab.
• Start time should be before 6:00 AM and no later than 10:00 AM.
• No weekend requirement unless a holiday falls within M-F, in which case hours may be made up on the weekend.
• 35 GWW.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and professionalism. You will have access to a comprehensive benefits package beginning day one.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• Weekly, on-time pay.
• 24/7 recruiter support by text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care

Effectively screen, evaluate, and rehabilitate patients with communication, cognitive, or swallowing disorders and develop appropriate plans of care. Utilize standardized assessments and evidence-based practice. Assess patient progress, adjust treatments, and evaluate outcomes. Provide consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other providers. Participate in required meetings, trainings, and documentation per clinical and regulatory requirements. Adhere to ASHA and state practice acts, codes of conduct, and ethics.

Location Highlights

Explore the Missouri River corridor and local outdoor recreation near Mound City. Visit nearby Nodaway River access points and explore local fishing and boating within a 30-minute drive. Enjoy access to small-town cultural events and historic downtown districts within the region, with regional transit options and highway access for commutes under 45 minutes to larger towns. The area supports a quiet, rural lifestyle with nearby state parks and outdoor trails for hiking and birdwatching.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.