Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Inpatient (PRN/Days)

Texas Health Resources • Allen, TX

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Inpatient role at Texas Health Allen is a PRN/As needed position for day shifts. This role involves providing age-appropriate patient treatment using various therapeutic techniques, educating patients and families, and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals. The position is part of a strong team of Rehab clinicians, hospital leadership, and physicians within the Inpatient Department.

Requirements

• Master's Degree Speech Language Pathology Required Or Post-Baccalaureate degree recognized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Required
• SLP - Speech Language Pathology Texas Speech Language Pathology License Upon Hire Required Or SLP-I - Speech Language Pathology Intern Texas Speech Language Pathology 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

• MBS experience preferred
• SLP - Speech Language Pathology Texas Speech Language Pathology License Upon Hire Preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs age-appropriate patient treatment
• Uses therapeutic treatment techniques appropriate to patient age and desire for treatment
• Performs treatment procedures that are within the scope of the professional license
• Performs/delegates technical procedures appropriately and safely
• Utilizes a variety of treatment techniques to achieve goals, if necessary
• Determines patient response to treatment and evaluates progress (reassessment)
• Educates patient and family through instruction, demonstration, and/or appropriate handouts in treatment plan, safety issues, home programs/self management and assistive equipment
• Maintains patient safety throughout treatment
• Communicates with physicians and other healthcare personnel as appropriate regarding patient care issues
• Demonstrates competence in the performance of age appropriate patient treatment and individualizes care based on age specific needs
• Motivates non-compliant or unmotivated patients to participate in therapy

Benefits

• 401k
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discount Programs
• Delivery of high-quality patient care
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC)
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level