Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Augusta, GA

Job Title

Travel - Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient Rehabilitation

Location

Augusta, Georgia

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | Days | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | 13-Week Assignment

Key Responsibilities

• Perform bedside swallow evaluations and Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS) for inpatient rehabilitation patients
• Provide dysphagia assessment and treatment, including use of VitalStim therapy
• Conduct cognitive assessments and deliver individualized cognitive treatment plans
• Deliver speech and language therapy for stroke rehabilitation and traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients
• Carry a caseload of approximately 6–8 patients per day with 30–45 minute treatment sessions based on referrals
• Respond to urgent evaluations for swallow or diet concerns as needed

Required Qualifications

• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA required
• Active Georgia state Speech Language Pathology license required
• Proficiency in Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS)
• Experience with dysphagia assessment and treatment
• Demonstrated competency in cognitive assessment and treatment
• Minimum of 2 years of experience, with stroke rehabilitation experience required

Preferred Experience / Skills

• VitalStim certification or experience
• Experience performing Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI) treatment experience

Why Join Us

• Work in a well-equipped inpatient rehabilitation unit utilizing advanced technology including VitalStim, Bioness, Pneuvest, and the BITS Visual and Cognitive Program
• Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary therapy team in a structured and supportive inpatient rehabilitation environment