Travel Speech-Language Pathologist — Waldorf, MD | 13-Week Contract, Competitive Pay

Ref #: C-SLP-9078770

Type: Contract / Travel
Location: Waldorf, MD
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 13 weeks
Schedule: Mon–Fri, 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
Rate: Travel: $2,121 / 35 hrs; Local: $2,090 / 35 hrs

Requirements:

• Valid, active Speech-Language Pathologist state license

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders using clinical evaluation and diagnostic testing.
• Diagnose type and severity of communication and swallowing disorders.
• Develop individualized, measurable treatment plans based on assessment findings and patient goals.
• Provide therapy targeting articulation, fluency, voice, receptive and expressive language, and pragmatics.
• Evaluate and treat dysphagia; implement and train safe swallowing strategies.
• Recommend, fit, and provide training for augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) as needed.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy strategies, carryover activities, and home programs.
• Monitor, document, and update patient progress; adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation (assessments, plans, progress notes).
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, educators, and other team members to coordinate care.
• Facilitate transfer of communication skills to daily, educational, and work settings.
• Participate in professional development to remain current in evidence-based practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.