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Speech-Language Pathologist - PRN
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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
SLP Responsibilities:
Evaluate Residents conditions for swallowing or cognitive deficits. Help Residents in their goals to improve Cognition or Swallowing Education for Residents and Caregivers Provide skilled, medically necessary speech and language therapy assessments as well as develop and implement individualized treatment plans to increase client's independence and functioning. Provide augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for individuals with severe expressive and/or language comprehension disorders. Provide training and education to clients, family, caregivers, and other professionals as a subject matter expert. Coordinate and collaborate with other professionals for diagnostic swallowing procedures (MBSS, FEES) as ordered by physician. Demonstrate competent technical skills according to current Speech Therapy standards of practice. Communicate changes in resident's condition. Provide accurate and timely billing records and supporting clinical documentation. Respond to family requests and concerns timely. Coordinate and provide training with Restorative Nursing and other Care staff. Assure resident abuse or neglect does not occur. Observe confidentiality and safeguards for all patient information. Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.SLP Skills:
SNF/Long term care experience preferred. Current knowledge of treatment practices Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred. Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.SLP Requirements:
Active/Valid Texas license in Speech-Language Pathology Current ASHA Certification In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boardsCareer Advantages:
In-house Rehab (non-contracted)! New Grads welcome to apply! Competitive Compensation! Flexible Schedules! We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Benefits
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Dental Insurance