Speech Language Pathologist / Speech Therapy / PRN / Days

Universal Health Services • Amarillo, TX

87d

About The Position

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work. A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values.

Requirements

• Minimum of Master's level SLP/CF and current state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to communicate with patients, families, staff, physicians, support agencies, vendors, and others.
• Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions.
• Ability to respond to pages.
• Ability to lift and transfer patients exerting 50 - 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 - 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to tolerate prolonged walking and standing.
• Ability to have sensory skills to differentiate clinical signs and symptoms.
• Ability to deal with a variety of stressful situations including emergency response to patient incidents.

Responsibilities

• Functions under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Physical Medicine.
• Assumes the responsibility and accountability for a designated group of patients.
• Provides speech and language evaluations and treatments in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains the highest degree of quality patient care.
• May be assigned to orient staff and students.
• May assume the duties and responsibility of the supervisor in the absence of that individual.

Benefits

• Retention Bonus Program if offered.
• Loan Forgiveness Program if offered.
• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees