Speech Language Pathologist - SLP

Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation - Dallas Downtown Hospital•Dallas, TX

74d•$60 - $66•Onsite

About The Position

Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN to join their inpatient team in Dallas, Texas. This role focuses on providing comprehensive evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering skilled interventions for patients across various units including medical-surgical, ICU, telemetry, and specialty units. The SLP will also participate in interdisciplinary discussions, make recommendations regarding patient care, document accurately in the electronic medical record, and provide education to patients, families, and staff. Additionally, the role involves contributing to quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives.

Requirements

Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required.
Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language & Hearing Association or eligibility for Certification pending professional experience required.
Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment required.
Strong communication, critical thinking and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans and deliver skilled interventions for patients in medical-surgical, ICU, telemetry and specialty units
Participate in interdisciplinary discussions and make recommendations regarding NPO status, diet levels and instrumental assessments
Document timely and accurately in the electronic medical record per hospital and regulatory standards
Completing patient/family and staff education related to communication, cognition and swallowing, as appropriate
Contribute to quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives within our team