Speech Language Pathologist Clinical Specialist, PRN

Texas Children's Hospital•Houston, TX

60d

About The Position

We are searching for a Speech Language Pathologist -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will appropriately diagnose and treat patients primarily between the ages of 0 -21. Think you've got what it takes? Schedule: Inpatient weekend coverage 1 shift per week

Requirements

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology field of study required
CCC-SLP certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association require
TX-SLP license from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation required
2-year professional experience as SLP in pediatric setting (may include clinical fellowship but excludes training completed prior to completion of Masters degree)

Nice To Haves

Experienced with management of complex pediatric dysphagia
Familiarity with pediatric airway disorders, including trach/vent
Able to informally evaluate cognitive-linguistic deficits
Strong understanding of progression of oral feeding development from newborn to transitional feeders
Able to collaborate and effectively communicate with members of medical team
Makes referrals for other evaluations as appropriate

Responsibilities

Performs patient evaluations/consultations and interprets results
Provides results verbally to patient and/or family/caregiver and/or to referral source
Develops treatment plan in conjunction with patient and/or family/caregiver
Implements treatment plan and monitors progress on an ongoing basis
Maintains records as required by law, IDS policy and administrative regulations
Documents evaluation procedures, results, diagnoses, and recommendations
Attends and participates in continuing education programs as required to maintain licensure and promote professional growth
Promotes speech-language pathology services within the community and the IDS

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