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

Thank you for listening to The Missing Link for SLPs

Ever wondered what it's like to be an SLP in a medical setting? Listen and learn with Mattie as she gives an overview of what it's like being a medical SLP!

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Format

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

Focus

Become familiar with the responsibilities of the medical SLP

Discussion & Reflection Questions

Where might the medical SLP work?

What type of disorders will a medical SLP evaluate and treat?

What are the primary etiologies?

How heavy is the caseload?

What type of hours and flexibility can I expect?

What is the pay scale and opportunities for advancement?

Challenge Of The Week

 Think about the type of medical setting in which you would like to work...

Quote Of The Week

“The secret to success is to be ready when your opportunity comes.”  Benjamin Disraeli

Tip For Success

Always look for opportunities.

Upcoming Topics

A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP

Imposter Syndrome

Keep the Conversation Going

Thank you for listening to The Missing Link for SLPs podcast! If you enjoyed the show, I'd love you to subscribe, rate it and leave a short review. Also, please share an episode with a friend. Together we can raise awareness and help more SLPs find and connect those missing links to help them feel confident in their patient care every step of the way.

Follow me on Instagram, join the Fresh SLP community on Facebook or learn more at FreshSLP.com.  Let's make those connections. You got this!

 Do you have a question you'd like answered on the show?

Ever wondered what it's like to be an SLP in a medical setting? Listen and learn with Mattie as she gives an overview of what it's like being a medical SLP!

---> Download this episode's “study guide” or the full audio transcript <---

Format

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

Focus

Become familiar with the responsibilities of the medical SLP

Discussion & Reflection Questions

Where might the medical SLP work?

What type of disorders will a medical SLP evaluate and treat?

What are the primary etiologies?

How heavy is the caseload?

What type of hours and flexibility can I expect?

What is the pay scale and opportunities for advancement?

Challenge Of The Week

 Think about the type of medical setting in which you would like to work...

Quote Of The Week

“The secret to success is to be ready when your opportunity comes.”  Benjamin Disraeli

Tip For Success

Always look for opportunities.

Upcoming Topics

A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP

Imposter Syndrome

Keep the Conversation Going

Thank you for listening to The Missing Link for SLPs podcast! If you enjoyed the show, I'd love you to subscribe, rate it and leave a short review. Also, please share an episode with a friend. Together we can raise awareness and help more SLPs find and connect those missing links to help them feel confident in their patient care every step of the way.

Follow me on Instagram, join the Fresh SLP community on Facebook or learn more at FreshSLP.com.  Let's make those connections. You got this!

 Do you have a question you'd like answered on the show?

In today's edition of The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, I want to explain to you where this podcast is going and why I even named it The Missing Link.

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Format

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

Focus

When we seek health care, we expect it to be the best and we expect our medical providers to do their best for us. This podcast is about helping you be the best SLP you can be.  

Story

Each episode I’ll share a powerful experience from the field and answer questions from SLPs new and growing in the field.

Each episode will include a challenge of the week, a quote of the week, tips for success and a downloadable resource to help you keep moving between listens.

Discussion & Reflection Questions

How do you build your confidence?

How to see the big picture of what you are doing and how does that fit in with who you are as an SLP?

What are your strengths as an SLP, and how do you live in your genius?

How do you practice ‘the art’ of being an SLP (compared to ‘the science’)?

Challenge Of The Week

 Put this weekly podcast on your calendar and make the time and commitment to your growth as an SLP!

Quote Of The Week

“Wow, what a ride!  Look at what I have done and the lives I have touched and saved. I am but a very small part of some of these lives, but whose lives I have touched, I have made a good difference.”  Mattie Murrey

Tip For Success

Ask questions! Build a community!

Upcoming Topics

An Introduction to the Medical SLP

A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP

Keep the Conversation Going

Thank you for listening to The Missing Link for SLPs podcast! If you enjoyed the show, I'd love you to subscribe, rate it and leave a short review. Also, please share an episode with a friend. Together we can raise awareness and help more SLPs find and connect those missing links to help them feel confident in their patient care every step of the way.

Follow me on Instagram,

In today's edition of The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, I want to explain to you where this podcast is going and why I even named it The Missing Link.

---> Download this episode's "study guide" or full transcript <---

Format

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

Focus

When we seek health care, we expect it to be the best and we expect our medical providers to do their best for us. This podcast is about helping you be the best SLP you can be.  

Story

Each episode I’ll share a powerful experience from the field and answer questions from SLPs new and growing in the field.

Each episode will include a challenge of the week, a quote of the week, tips for success and a downloadable resource to help you keep moving between listens.

Discussion & Reflection Questions

How do you build your confidence?

How to see the big picture of what you are doing and how does that fit in with who you are as an SLP?

What are your strengths as an SLP, and how do you live in your genius?

How do you practice ‘the art’ of being an SLP (compared to ‘the science’)?

Challenge Of The Week

 Put this weekly podcast on your calendar and make the time and commitment to your growth as an SLP!

Quote Of The Week

“Wow, what a ride!  Look at what I have done and the lives I have touched and saved. I am but a very small part of some of these lives, but whose lives I have touched, I have made a good difference.”  Mattie Murrey

Tip For Success

Ask questions! Build a community!

Upcoming Topics

An Introduction to the Medical SLP

A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP

Keep the Conversation Going

Thank you for listening to The Missing Link for SLPs podcast! If you enjoyed the show, I'd love you to subscribe, rate it and leave a short review. Also, please share an episode with a friend. Together we can raise awareness and help more SLPs find and connect those missing links to help them feel confident in their patient care every step of the way.

Follow me on Instagram,