Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN

Texas Health Resources•Fort Worth, TX

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together. This position is for a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) working on a PRN basis at Texas Health Southwest, a Magnet designated facility and supportive team in an acute care trauma hospital. The role involves self-scheduling, offering opportunities for educational and career growth.

Requirements

Master's Degree Speech Language Pathology Required Or Other Post-Baccalaureate degree recognized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Required
SLP Experience with adult population, acute care hospital-based, inpatient setting.
SLP - Speech Language Pathology Texas Speech Language Pathology License Upon Hire Required Or SLP-I - Speech Language Pathology Intern Texas Speech Language Pathology Intern License Upon Hire Required
BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Required.
Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
Problem-solving ability; Ability to teach others.
Time management skills; Good interpersonal and customer service skills, Basic leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

SLP - Speech Language Pathology Texas Speech Language Pathology License Upon Hire Preferred

Responsibilities

Performs age-appropriate patient assessment and establishes plan of care.
Focus and priority on Stroke, NPO (nothing per oral) and pending discharge after evaluation patients.
Uses therapeutic treatment techniques appropriate to patient age and desire for treatment.
Educates patient and family through instruction, demonstration, and/or appropriate handouts in treatment plan, safety issues, home programs/self-management and assistive equipment.
Documents all aspects of assessment, plan of care, and re-certifications in accordance with departmental, TJC, Medicare, and other applicable regulatory guidelines.
Works in partnership with peers, other disciplines, and departmental personnel.