Speech Language Pathologist II

Baylor Scott & White Health•College Station, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist 2 plans and gives speech language pathology services. This includes evaluation, treatment, and education programs for patients to restore speech, language, and swallowing abilities. The SLP 2 has extra duties or responsibilities. Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Requirements

Graduated from an accredited Speech Language Pathology program
Hold an active SLP licensure or have licensure pending
A minimum of 3 year of outpatient clinical experience is required, with patient population ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics
Excellent social relation skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Aptitude in assigned areas as specified for each clinician
Proven synergy and leadership skills with all healthcare team levels
Excellent customer service to patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers
Proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems and standard Rehabilitation equipment
High attention to detail in fast paced and dynamic environment
Ability to multitask effectively while maintaining a high level of productivity
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Nice To Haves

Advanced certifications such as MBSS - Modified Barium Swallow Study, FEES - Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing and VitalStim are highly desirable

Responsibilities

Evaluates, treats and monitors patient within the speech pathology treatment plan. Modifies therapy program and goals.
Performs thorough and concise clinical documentation in a timely manner. Enters charges accurately. Knows reimbursement related to practice setting.
Communicates effectively with patients, families, coworkers, and the medical care team. Provides education to patients, family, and staff.
Supervises students and volunteers. Clinical fellowship mentors and those in their clinical fellowship period follow the American Speech Language Hearing Association supervision guidelines.
Advances clinical skills through ongoing education, literature review and implementation of evidence-based practice.
Imparts knowledge to develop the clinical skills of colleagues. Adheres to organizational, national and state regulatory guidelines.
Maintains awareness of system goals. Aligns personal goals and work activities to uphold or impact the system goals.
Performs regularly assigned duties or roles in addition to the patient care role of the Pathologist 1. Duties are necessary to meet clinical, regulatory, or business needs within the location. Additional roles could include staff development, student clinical coordinator, quality improvement program head, team head, specialty program head, or other identified needs.