In this episode of The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, I want to describe to you how my days play out as a medical speech pathologist in a variety of different settings. 

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Format

Storytelling and discussion based on “Post It note questions for the professor”

Focus

Mattie lays out her days in a variety of settings as a medical SLP.

Story

Key story that hits home from discussion - memory momento

Discussion & Reflection Questions

What happens during my day

On a medical unit in a Level 2 trauma hospital

In a rural hospital

Outpatient clinic

Home health

SNF

Private practice

Telepractice

Overseas

With insights on

How I start my day

How a schedule is created

Structure/vs no structure

Flexibility

Activities during the day in addition to therapy

Challenge Of The Week

This week, think about the medical setting that might best meet your interests and passions.

Quote Of The Week

“Successful people are not gifted; they just work hard, then succeed on purpose.”  G.K. Nelson

Tip For Success

Be mindful of what you enjoy and what you don’t enjoy as you work. Over the course of a career, you want to be doing what you enjoy, over and over.  

Upcoming Topics

Imposter Syndrome

Keep the Conversation Going

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