Contract Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) — 14-Week Travel Position, Middletown RI

Ref #: C-SLP-9103259

Job Type: Contract/Travel
Location: Middletown, RI
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 14 weeks
Schedule: Sun–Sat, 08:00 AM–04:30 PM
Rate: Travel: $1,775/35-hours; Local: $1,750/35-hours

Requirements:

• Valid, active Speech-Language Pathologist state license

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of speech, language, communication, and swallowing function using clinical evaluation and diagnostic testing
• Diagnose type and severity of communication and swallowing disorders
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals
• Provide therapeutic interventions to address articulation, fluency, voice, receptive and expressive language
• Evaluate and treat dysphagia; implement and teach safe swallowing strategies
• Recommend and provide guidance on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) as needed
• Educate patients and families on strategies and home/practice exercises to support progress
• Monitor, document, and regularly update patient progress; modify treatment plans accordingly
• Maintain accurate, current patient records including assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, educators, and other team members to coordinate care
• Facilitate patient carryover of communication skills in daily, academic, and work settings
• Participate in professional development to maintain current best practices
• Perform other duties as assigned by management