Who we are: Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization located in Kerrville, Texas, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Recognized as one of the nation's Top 20 Rural and Community Hospitals and the only Texas hospital to earn this distinction, Peterson is also Magnet® designated for nursing excellence and has been named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare for six consecutive years . Together, these achievements reflect our commitment to exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care and a culture where team members thrive.
Shift Information:
This position is PRN, working as needed by the department.
What we offer:
Health Insurance 401(k) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Paid time off Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated Employee Education Scholarships Employee Referral Program Merit Increases Great Culture Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility What you will do: The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) assesses patients, formulates a plan of care and provides direct patient care services in accordance with the law and state practice act. Services must be ordered by a physician or physician extender. The Speech Therapist also supervises and delegates appropriate functions to the Speech Therapy Student, New Grad or Rehab Technician.
Required Education:
Master's Degree in
SLP Required Skills:
Basic computer skills, good interpersonal skills, basic organizational and time management skills, basic knowledge and skills to care for the physical and development needs of the population served.
Preferred Skills:
Advanced skills/certifications in specialty areas, such as VitalStim certification
Required Licensure/Registration/Certification:
Current Texas license as a Speech Language Pathologist;
BLS Required Experience:
Work/educational experience in the healthcare field
Preferred Experience:
One year experience as an Speech Language Pathologist in a health care setting.