Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Job Title: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Location: Grand Junction, CO
Region: Colorado
Department: Rehabilitation Therapy
Work Location: Community Hospital
Position Type: Contract / Interim-to-Perm
Pay Rate: $50.00 $59.00/hr
Schedule: Full-Time
Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours/week
Contract Length: 6 weeks
Setting: Inpatient / Outpatient
About the Role
This is a 6-week interim assignment with the potential to transition into a permanent position based on mutual agreement between the employee and employer. The ideal candidate will have strong pediatric therapy experience and the ability to provide speech and language services to patients from birth through age 21 in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Responsibilities
- Conduct speech and language assessments for pediatric and young adult patients from birth through age 21
- Develop and implement individualized therapy plans based on assessment findings and patient needs
- Provide speech and language therapy services in one-on-one and group settings
- Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to support comprehensive treatment
- Maintain accurate patient records and document therapy progress in a timely manner
- Participate in team meetings, care planning, and professional development activities
- Support a compassionate, patient-centered therapy environment
- Work both independently and collaboratively within the rehabilitation therapy team
Requirements
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program required
- Active Colorado SLP license required or eligibility for Colorado licensure
- Minimum 2 years of experience preferred
- Pediatric experience preferred
- Experience in inpatient and outpatient therapy settings preferred
- Ability to work onsite in Grand Junction, CO
- Must be willing to relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 before starting work, if not local
- Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills
- Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented approach to patient care
