Job Description

Speech Language Pathologist SLP

Status: Temporary/Short-Term Assignments

Schedule: Assignment Length May Vary Based on Facility Need

Location: Avamere Court at Keizer - 5210 River Rd North, Keizer, OR 97303

Apply at Teamavamere.com

We are hiring a Temporary Speech Language Pathologist SLP for a short-term therapy assignment at our Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Avamere Court at Keizer in Keizer, OR. This role is designed to provide interim coverage and is ideal for clinicians seeking temporary, contract-style work without agency involvement.

Why Consider This Temporary Role:

1. Work directly with an in-house therapy team
2. No agency placement fees or productivity pressure
3. Predictable schedule during assignment
4. Supportive facility leadership and rehab team
5. Competitive temporary pay rates

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the rehab team during a temporary coverage period

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  Provides speech pathology services to patients according to licensure.
• Directs and supervises the work of assistants, rehab aides, and students as applicable with state and federal guidelines.
• Follows all organizational and facility safety procedures regarding one’s personal protection and patient safety.
• Expands and enhances self, in both clinical and professional knowledge through associations and continuing education.
• Supports and participates in department operations and development.
• Communicates patient status and needs to the patient, family, caregivers, or other members involved with patient care.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an approved curriculum in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Able to practice unencumbered.
• In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards.
• Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources.
• Full knowledge of resident’s rights.
• Exudes professionalism in presentation.
• Ability to multitask.
• Must be able to read, write, understand, and communicate in English.
• CPR/BLS certification.

• Experience in Skilled Nursing Facility or post-acute care preferred

• Ability to step into a temporary / interim role

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

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