Speech Pathologist, SLP, PRN
About The Position
Texas Rehabilitation of Plano is hiring a PRN Speech and Language Pathologist for weekend work at its new 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility, scheduled to open in 2026. The facility provides evidence-based, compassionate care for patients with a broad range of rehabilitation needs. The Speech and Language Pathologist assesses patients, establishes and follows plans of care in accordance with physician orders, evaluates treatment effectiveness, and modifies treatment to meet goals. The role also includes discharge planning, patient and caregiver education, communication with patients and the healthcare team, and participation in safety, quality improvement, performance improvement, and program development activities. The position may coordinate and supervise interns, students, volunteers, and other staff, and contribute to departmental budget planning and cost-effective services.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Communicative Disorders, or a similarly titled area acceptable to ASHA.
- Possess or be eligible for the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence, or be eligible to participate as an ASHA Clinical Fellow (CFY).
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state.
- Current Basic Life Support/CPR card.
Responsibilities
- Perform patient assessments.
- Establish a plan of care and provide care in accordance with physician orders and the established plan.
- Assess treatment effectiveness and modify treatment to achieve goals.
- Plan for patient discharge.
- Communicate with patients, families, caregivers, significant others, and healthcare team members to support rehabilitation goals and maximize care benefits.
- Participate in performance improvement and program development activities.
- Provide input into budget planning and contribute to cost-effective departmental services and programs.
- Assess patient, family, caregiver, or significant-other education needs and provide education to meet them.
- Maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff; assess safety risks, implement precautions, and comply with approved safety standards.
- Use leadership skills to delegate, organize, and educate coworkers and staff.
- Coordinate and supervise appropriate levels of staff, including interns, students, and volunteers.
- Participate in and contribute to departmental and institutional quality improvement processes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for full-time and part-time employees.
- Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid family leave and paid time off.
- Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
- Loan assistance.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Wellness programs, including gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
- Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
- New facility with cutting-edge equipment and technology.
