Speech Language Pathologist - Per Diem

Ernest Health • Laredo, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist provides care at Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital, an inpatient rehabilitation hospital serving patients recovering from serious injuries and illnesses. The role assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and related disorders. The therapist works collaboratively to support patients’ rehabilitation outcomes and integrates the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.

Requirements

• Graduate degree from an accredited program in Speech Language Pathology.
• Current, valid state Speech Language Pathology licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current BLS certification from an approved provider.
• Demonstrate understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Apply age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrate 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.
• Passion for patient care and ability to collaborate as a team player and motivate patients.

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.

Benefits

• PPO and High Deductible medical plan options.
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Competitive compensation.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness program with quarterly wellness challenges and participation incentives.
• Earned Time Off, accruing from the start date.
• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program.
• Therapy Preceptor bonus program.
• Continuing education opportunities.

What This Job Offers