Speech Language Pathologist

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center • Houston, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution dedicated to cancer care, research, education, and prevention. Within the Head and Neck Center, the Speech Language Pathologist plays a critical role in supporting patients with complex swallowing, communication, and cognitive needs related to oncology care. This specialized department focuses on improving functional outcomes and quality of life for patients undergoing cancer treatment. UT MD Anderson is recognized globally for excellence in oncology and innovation in patient-centered care. The Speech Language Pathologist contributes directly to this mission by delivering advanced clinical services to adult patients in acute and inpatient settings. As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment plans, making the Speech Language Pathologist role essential to patient recovery and rehabilitation. The ideal candidate brings medical experience working with adult patients in acute care or outpatient settings, demonstrates expertise in Modified Barium Swallow Studies, and is knowledgeable in speech and swallowing therapy for oncology populations.

Requirements

• Master's Degree Speech Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) issued by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). within 30 Days
• SP-L - Licensed Speech Pathologist License in Speech Language Pathology issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation within 30 Days

Nice To Haves

• Medical experience working with adult patients in acute care or outpatient settings
• Expertise in Modified Barium Swallow Studies
• Knowledgeable in speech and swallowing therapy for oncology populations

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients with swallowing, cognitive, and communication deficits
• Develop individualized plans of care aligned with identified functional and/or organic deficits
• Administer therapeutic interventions to improve patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation including progress notes and IPOCTR records
• Track patient progress and services provided in compliance with clinical standards
• Initiate referrals and communicate recommendations to appropriate resources or agencies
• Participate in patient rounds and interdisciplinary team discussions
• Coordinate care with healthcare team members within the Head and Neck Center
• Contribute to patient-centered treatment planning and outcomes assessment
• Support program development and service expansion initiatives
• Attend professional meetings and contribute through presentations and correspondence
• Stay current with best practices in speech language pathology within oncology care
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and retirement plans
• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programs
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
• Fertility benefits
• Relocation assistance up to $10,000 for those relocating from 100+ miles away

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level