Speech Language Pathologist

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation•Houston, TX

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About The Position

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation is seeking an experienced Speech Language Pathologist for its Home and Community Program. The role provides functional rehabilitation in the places patients live, learn, work, and spend time in the community, rather than limiting treatment to a staged clinical environment. The position suits an SLP who is comfortable working autonomously while collaborating with a team of therapists and other care disciplines. The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders; develops and reassesses treatment plans; and coordinates care with patients, families, physicians, and the treatment team. The role also includes discharge evaluations, safety recommendations, and education and referral resources. Physical requirements include patient handling and mobility activities, along with extended periods of walking or standing and other specified movements. Rehab Without Walls is an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services. Its neurorehabilitation program provides care in natural home and community settings for people recovering from brain injury, spinal cord injury, or stroke/CVA, with the goal of improving functional skills and independence.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher from an accredited Speech Language Pathology program.
Valid Speech Language Pathology license in the state or states of practice.
Current CPR certification in accordance with state regulations.
At least one year of work experience as a Speech Language Pathologist.
Communicate effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and to move, lift, or transfer patients, which may involve lifting up to 100 pounds while following safety procedures.
Fine motor skills, visual acuity, and ability to walk or stand for extended periods.
Ability to push or pull, bend or stoop, reach, kneel, and position frequently at times.
A health screen or examination may be required before assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on location policy and applicable regulations, to verify ability to perform assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury.

Responsibilities

Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans for patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
Regularly reassess the effectiveness of treatment plans and attend staffing meetings and family conferences.
Perform discharge evaluations; make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety; and provide referral and education resources.
Communicate patients’ needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services, and family members.
Coordinate with other disciplines to support collaboration, continuity of care, and patient outcomes.