No salary listed — similar Speech Language Pathologist roles pay ~$108k (median of 26 jobs)

6.6/10 work-life score · Top 25% in Speech Language Pathology — ranked against 5,925 active roles in this specialty

PRN Speech Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathologist Top 25% in Speech Language PathologyPer Diem
Posted 4mo ago

About the Role

PRN SLP position. Flexible hours. Work across multiple settings. Competitive pay. No long-term commitment. Work on your terms.

Join Western Home Communities as a PRN Speech Language Pathologist in Madrid, Iowa.

Requirements

  • Western Home Communities is a continuing care retirement community (CCRC).
  • This is often referred to as the continuum of care.

Work Schedule

  • Per Diem position.

Work with Western Home Communities in Madrid, Iowa.

Key Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist will participate in the evaluation, care plan development, and delivery of treatment interventions for swallowing and communication disorders. They will provide direct patient care, primarily to adult and geriatric populations, while conducting screenings to determine therapy requirements.

Licensure & Certifications

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program. A valid license or eligibility for licensure to practice in Iowa is required, along with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Speech-Language PathologySwallowing disordersDysphagiaCommunication disordersPatient careScreeningsEvaluationsCare plan developmentTreatment interventionsGeriatric careCommunication skillsLeadershipCustomer relationship managementCollaborative spirit

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates PRN Speech Language Pathologist at Western Home Communities a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Speech Language Pathology — ranked against 5,925 active Speech Language Pathology listings on WeekdayDoc.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

Speech-Language Pathology — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

In Iowa, Speech-Language Pathology listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$102k across 62 listings, vs ~$99k nationally (6,611 listings).

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Iowa's cost-of-living index is 89.0 (US average = 100) — Iowa ranks #4 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 59.8% of Iowa clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 6.6/10 on work-life balance for Speech Language Pathologist roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

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CME allowance
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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
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Visa sponsorship
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Benefits & Perks

Flexible PTO
401k Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program