Travel Speech Therapy - Paintsville, Kentucky

Category Therapy - Hospital - SLP Job Type Travel Explore the friendly town of Paintsville, Kentucky, and take your career on an exciting path as a traveling Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). This opportunity offers more than just valuable work experience—it delivers the chance to immerse yourself in the welcoming spirit of Appalachian culture while making a meaningful impact within a reputable healthcare setting. During your assignment, you'll collaborate with diverse therapy teams and experience innovative workplace practices and leadership approaches, allowing you to enhance clinical expertise and broaden your professional network. The hospital environment provides exposure to both pediatric outpatient care and complex inpatient cases, especially in areas such as swallowing and neurogenic disorders. Off the clock, you'll have the chance to explore Paintsville Lake, scenic hiking trails, and historic downtown, ensuring downtime is as fulfilling as your workdays.

Schedule:

Day shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Occasional on-call duty for stroke evaluations (rare)

Qualifications:

Licensed Speech Therapist in Kentucky Minimum of 2 years' experience as an SLP Pediatric outpatient therapy experience required Proficient in inpatient swallowing assessment and treatment Skilled in performing modified barium swallow studies

Key Responsibilities:

Provide evidence-based SLP care to pediatric outpatients and adult inpatients Conduct thorough evaluations and develop treatment plans, including swallowing and communication disorders Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes Perform modified barium swallow studies Fulfill on-call duties for stroke evaluation coverage when needed

Exceptional Benefits:

Generous travel perks: tax-free housing/living stipends, premium compensation, and comprehensive travel assistance Healthcare coverage and 401(k) for long-term security Steady job security with dependable assignments Opportunities for professional growth through exposure to varied cases and leadership Bi-weekly orientation to ensure seamless onboarding Discover the rewards of broadening your clinical skills and experiencing all that Paintsville and its surroundings have to offer. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to embark on a new chapter in your SLP career, submit your application today and unlock enriching opportunities in both work and life! Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled