Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Chattanooga, TN $58/hr or Travel Pay • Weekly Pay • Full Benefits • Amergis Healthcare Staffing Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a motivated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide high-quality therapy and evaluation services to students in the Chattanooga, TN area. This contract role offers competitive hourly pay, weekly compensation, and full benefits while allowing you to make a direct impact in the educational environment. About the Role The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for performing student evaluations, delivering therapy services, and documenting progress according to each student's individualized plan of care and physician’s orders. The goal of this position is to help reduce or eliminate speech, language, and hearing impairments that interfere with a student’s success in the district’s educational program. Key Responsibilities + Serve as a resource to school staff in developing balanced programs for speech improvement and oral communication. + Provide individualized therapeutic programs for students with speech and hearing impairments. + Assist teachers in observing, identifying, and referring students with suspected speech or language needs. + Conduct thorough assessments and diagnoses of speech, language, voice, and hearing impairments. + Perform regular screenings to identify students requiring speech services. + Coordinate referrals to community agencies or specialists when appropriate. + Develop and implement individualized therapy programs that correct or improve speech and language deficits. + Collaborate with teachers and staff to integrate therapy recommendations into daily classroom activities. + Provide information, counseling, and support to parents and families as needed. + Deliver in-service training and serve as a consultant to school personnel on speech development and intervention strategies. + Maintain detailed, ongoing documentation for each student receiving services. + Manage lists of referred, screened, and eligible students, along with directories of relevant community resources. Minimum Requirements + Active Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) licensure in the state of Tennessee. + CCC-SLP preferred and may be required based on contract or state guidelines. + Compliance with all professional standards of practice. + Current CPR certification, if applicable. + TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest x-ray, as required. + Current health certificate, per contract or state regulations. + Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements. + Must be at least 18 years old. Why Work With Amergis? + $58/hour + Weekly pay + Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, and more) + Support from a dedicated recruiter and clinical team + Opportunities for contract extensions Lauren McQuilkin Recruiter Amergis Healthcare Staffing (865) 291-6473 lamcquil@amergis.com Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LI-JD5