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Reliant Rehabilitation·Waterloo, Iowa
Speech Language Pathologist · $38 - $42/hr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted allied health roles in Waterloo, Iowa rates. This role sits in the 28th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 21% below the Waterloo, Iowa median for allied health roles.
Provide speech-language pathology therapy services including screening, evaluation, and the development of treatment plans for patients in skilled nursing facilities. Maintain professional interactions and ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding therapy practices.
Speech Language Pathologist Summary: Provide Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Therapy and related services for patients while maintaining positive levels of interaction with facilities and clients in accordance with the principles and practices of Speech-Language Pathology therapy and within Reliant Rehabilitation guidelines. Provide quality patient care including screening and evaluation of patients, development of initial and ongoing treatment plans of care, discharge plan, and case management responsibilities. Maintain professional conduct that represents Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to quality and service in all interactions with clients, including positive levels of interaction and rapport with facilities and clients. Adhere to all state and federal regulations regarding speech-language pathology therapy. Essential
Requires a Master's degree or equivalent in Speech-Language Pathology and a valid state license. Candidates must be computer literate and proficient in clinical documentation.
Optimize communication, cognitive-linguistic abilities, and swallowing skills of patients by providing, directing, and/or overseeing speech therapy Build a strong Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) therapy program Enhance clinical expertise, professional and management skills through interaction with managers, therapists and other professional staff, self-study, and other continuing education activities. Maintain valid state license. Maintain awareness of issues related to the profession of speech-language pathology therapy and the health care environment. Understands various relevant payment models related to billing and treatment guidelines, as well as clinically appropriate means/modes of delivery. Provide quality care as well as reasonable goals and outcomes within the guidelines. Be compliant with infection control procedures and environmental safety protocol within a facility Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend in English: instructions, correspondence, charts, memos, and reports
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Market context
Speech language pathologist positions in Iowa are often tied to schools, skilled nursing, long-term care, and post-acute rehabilitation, so candidates with experience in those settings can stand out. Competition is usually strongest for applicants who already hold a master’s degree and a current Iowa license or clear eligibility, plus familiarity with interdisciplinary care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and save time versus reading the full posting.