Speech Language Pathologist PRN

Ernest Health•New Braunfels, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a PRN Speech Language Pathologist in New Braunfels, Texas. The hospital provides inpatient rehabilitation for patients recovering from strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, complex orthopedic surgeries, and other serious conditions. Its intensive rehabilitation programs include customized physical, occupational, and speech therapies. The hospital describes a supportive, close-knit environment with modern therapy facilities and rehabilitative equipment, and is Joint Commission accredited. As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, the organization offers recognition, wellness, and retention programs and opportunities for employees to share feedback through “My Ernest Journey” and its Engagement Survey. The Speech Language Pathologist assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and related disorders, integrating the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.

Requirements

Current, valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist.
Current BLS certification from an approved provider.
Demonstrated understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
Ability to apply age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Competency in providing care according to established standards.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
Effective organizational and time management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.

Nice To Haves

Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA, Clinical Fellowship Year status, or equivalent.
Two years of experience in a rehabilitation hospital setting.

Responsibilities

Assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and other related disorders.
Integrate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.