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Speech Language Pathologist
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$81,578 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Full Job Description Overview:
Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation Grapevine, Texas Speech Language Pathologist Acute care Full Time Compensation depends upon candidate's years of experience and internal equity.Salary range:
$73,840.00 - $100,339.20 Applicants must have at least 3 years of experience. Benefits of becoming a Therapist with us: We strive to provide our employees with a solid work-life balance, as we understand that happy employees have both fulfilling careers and fulfilling lives beyond our doors. Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life insurance; Prescription coverage Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID) A 401(k) retirement plan with company match Short and Long Term Disability Personal and Family Medical Leave Clinical Ladder Program - Opportunity for staff clinicians to bonus an additional $2000 - $3500 based on extra-curricular activities New Grad Mentors National education courses and local online CEU library free to full-time employeesResidency Programs Continuing Education Responsibilities:
Position Summary 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. 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. #BSWIR -Inpatient Additional Data:
Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/VeteransBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development