Cerebral Vascular Accident, Clinical Competency, Cross-Functional, Fiber Optics, Neurotrauma (Traumatic Brain Injury), Patient Care, Speech and Language Pathology, Team Player, Treatment Plan, Visual Programming
Job Title
Travel - Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient Rehabilitation
LocationAugusta, Georgia
Schedule / Job TypeContract | 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
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