Speech Language Pathologist - Per Diem

Ernest Health•Lubbock, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Trustpoint Rehabilitation Hospital of Lubbock is seeking a per diem Speech Language Pathologist for its 93-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Lubbock, Texas. The hospital provides adult and pediatric care, specializing in rehabilitation for stroke, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic trauma, and other complex medical conditions. The Speech Language Pathologist assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and related disorders. The role integrates the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice and calls for collaboration with patients and coworkers to support the best patient outcomes.

Requirements

Graduate degree from an accredited Speech Language Pathology program.
Current, valid state Speech Language Pathology license.
Current CPR certification; the qualifications section also requires current BLS certification from an approved provider.
Demonstrated 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.
Understanding of treatment costs and financial support in relation to quality and efficiency.

Nice To Haves

Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA, Clinical Fellowship Year status, or equivalent.
Two years of experience in a rehabilitation hospital setting.
Passion for patient care and the ability to be a motivating, collaborative team player.

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.
Provide care according to established standards and age-specific policies and procedures for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Collaborate professionally with others and maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.