Speech Language Pathologist

Overview

Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation

Waxahachie, Texas

 

Speech Language Pathologist 

 

Acute Care

 

 PRN

 

PRN Rate: $60/hr

 

 

Benefits of being a therapist with us:

• Latest rehab technologies 
• Engaged and team-oriented culture
• High success rates of patients being discharged home

Responsibilities

Position Summary

 

Speech Language Pathologist with at least one year of Acute Hospital experience and must be proficient with Modified Barium Swallow Studies.

Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction. Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline-specific therapy services for those assigned patients. Ensures the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities. Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co-workers and self. Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline-specific therapy services and design of program delivery.

 

Specific Duties

• Evaluate assigned patients and establish appropriate treatment goals and programs.
• Coordinate treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services as available community resources.
• Develop comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities.

Qualifications

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language & Hearing Association preferred.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans