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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
Responsibilities:
- Participate in supervised clinical activities as deemed appropriate by the supervising Speech Pathology evaluation and treatment as ordered by prescribing physician.
- Participate in treatment review, progress, and ongoing patient care reassessments.
- Education of patient and caregiver(s) .
- Accurate documentation to ensure timely and correct billing.
- Direct and assist occupational therapy staff as necessary.
- Provide exceptional customer service when interacting with patients , physicians and employees.
- Provide necessary educational services and participates in facility in-service activities.
- Collaborate with other team members to ensure a safe and clean working environment, including physical plant , equipment maintenance and supply inventory levels.
- Assume any other responsibilities that may be assigned by the department manager .
Qualifications:
- State Speech and Language Pathology licensure required.
- Must be a graduate of an accredited Speech Pathology curriculum
- Current BLS Certification.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in a friendly and professional manner with both patients and physicians.
- Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to accurately document information for billing purposes.
- Experience with Word, Excel, and Electronic Medical Record Documentation.