Socket.dev is hiring: Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in Hilo

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for a 26-week contract assignment in Hilo, Hawaii.This position is ideal for a clinician with strong adult rehabilitation experience who is comfortable evaluating and treating patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. A key requirement for this role is the ability to independently perform Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies. Candidates should also have at least 2 years of clinical experience, preferably in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation hospital, or similar post-acute setting.Key ResponsibilitiesEvaluate patients with speech, language, cognitive, communication, and swallowing disorders.Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient goals.Provide speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing therapy.Independently perform Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies.Interpret MBS findings and develop appropriate recommendations for diet, swallowing strategies, and treatment.Complete bedside swallowing evaluations.Assess aspiration risk and swallowing safety.Recommend appropriate diet textures and liquid consistencies.Provide dysphagia treatment and patient education.Work with patients recovering from stroke, neurological conditions, surgery, trauma, or other medical conditions affecting communication and swallowing.Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding treatment plans and safety strategies.Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.Participate in care planning, discharge planning, and rehabilitation conferences.Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in Epic.Track patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.Follow facility policies, infection-control standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.Required Qualifications Candidates must haveActive or eligible Hawaii licensure in Speech-Language PathologyCurrent BLS certificationMinimum 2 years of Speech-Language Pathology experienceAbility to independently complete Modified Barium Swallow studiesExperience evaluating and treating dysphagiaStrong clinical assessment and documentation skillsAbility to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary rehabilitation teamPreferred ExperienceSkilled Nursing Facility experienceRehabilitation hospital experienceAcute-care hospital experienceAdult inpatient rehabilitation experienceNeurological rehabilitation experienceStroke rehabilitation experienceExperience treating medically complex patientsEpic documentation experiencePrevious travel or contract therapy experienceKey Clinical SkillsModified Barium Swallow studiesDysphagia evaluationSwallowing therapyAspiration-risk assessmentDiet modification recommendationsSpeech and language evaluationCognitive-communication therapyNeurological rehabilitationPatient and family educationInterdisciplinary care planningRehabilitation documentationEpic EMRDischarge planningSchedule Requirements5 days per weekFlexible day scheduleApproximately 36–40 hours per weekSchedule will likely include one weekend dayExact schedule may vary based on patient census and department needs.Candidates should be comfortable with schedule flexibility throughout the assignment.Ideal Candidate— The ideal candidate is an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist with strong dysphagia and MBS skills who can work independently in a hospital or rehabilitation environment.You should be confident evaluating medically complex patients, making safe swallowing recommendations, communicating with interdisciplinary teams, and providing patient-centered rehabilitation services.This opportunity may be a strong fit for professionals currently working as a:Speech-Language PathologistSpeech TherapistAcute Care SLPRehab SLPDysphagia TherapistInpatient Speech TherapistSkilled Nursing SLPTravel Speech-Language PathologistEqual Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants based on experience, education, licensure, certifications, clinical skills, and the requirements of the position.#J-18808-Ljbffr