Speech Language Pathologist

Common Spirit•Bryan, TX

41d•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) (Acute) delivers quality therapy services to patients by performing evaluations and developing individual treatment plans and goals to maximize functional outcomes. The SLP implements the treatment program, reassesses treatment results, and actively participates in discharge planning. The SLP is responsible for maintaining standards of professional and ethical practice following the guidelines of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. Services are delivered within the framework of an interdisciplinary team approach, including the patient and significant others. These services are delivered in compliance with CommonSpirit Health's mission, ethical standards, and policies and procedures.

Requirements

Master Degree; Major in Communication Sciences and Disorders or other related field
Licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Speech-Language Pathology / Eligible for licensure as an SLP Intern
Eligible to begin clinical fellowship period with ASHA Certification and membership upon completion
BLS CPR certified, American Heart Association
Effective Communication
Knowledge of the principles and skills of the clinical process to provide patient care and treatment.
Critical thinking skills
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills both written and verbal
Basic Computer skills

Responsibilities

delivering quality therapy services to patients
performing evaluations
developing individual treatment plans and goals to maximize functional outcomes
implementing the treatment program
reassessing treatment results
actively participating in discharge planning
maintaining standards of professional and ethical practice following the guidelines of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists