Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Brockton, MA

Job Title

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Location

Brockton, MA | Skilled Nursing Facility

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and therapeutic procedures for communication disorders and dysphagia, including modified barium swallow studies, under physician or accepted healthcare provider orders
• Establish and monitor individualized plans of care with functional short- and long-term goals, modifying treatment programs as clinically indicated
• Collaborate with residents, primary caregivers, referring physicians, and interdisciplinary team members regarding therapeutic and discharge needs; attend pertinent team meetings
• Recommend and facilitate appropriate communication and swallowing assistive devices, ensuring resident and caregiver education is provided and documented
• Maintain thorough and accessible documentation of all evaluative and therapeutic interactions per department procedures
• Provide in-services to nursing and other departments; actively contribute to the development of new Speech Therapy programs and services

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required
• Active Speech-Language Pathologist license required
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) required
• Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and other reimbursement regulations
• Strong verbal, written, and documentation skills with the ability to communicate clearly in English
• Local candidates are welcome to apply

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred
• Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility setting preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' communication, swallowing function, and overall quality of life in a supportive care environment
• Work within a collaborative, interdisciplinary team that values clinical excellence and resident-centered care