Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN

• Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
• PRN
• Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

Work Location

Texas Health Southwest, 6100 Harris Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76132

Work Hours

PRN: On an as needed basis, On-Call requirements: 1-2 weekend shifts per month and 2-3 holidays (both major & minor holidays) per year with Weekday Daytime availability needed.

Therapy Services Highlights

• Self-Scheduling that helps with work/life balance as well as opportunities for educational and career growth

Magnet Designated Facility

• Supportive team in an acute care trauma hospital.

Here’s What You Need

• Master's Degree Speech Language Pathology Required Or

Other Post-Baccalaureate degree recognized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Required

• SLP Experience with adult population, acute care hospital-based, inpatient setting.
• SLP - Speech Language Pathology Texas Speech Language Pathology License Upon Hire Required Or

SLP-I - Speech Language Pathology Intern Texas Speech Language Pathology Intern License Upon Hire Required

SLP - Speech Language Pathology Texas Speech Language Pathology License Upon Hire Preferred And

• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Problem- solving ability; Ability to teach others.
• Time management skills; Good interpersonal and customer service skills, Basic leadership skills.

What You Will Do

• Performs age-appropriate patient assessment and establishes plan of care.
• Focus and priority on Stroke, NPO (nothing per oral) and pending discharge after evaluation patients
• Uses therapeutic treatment techniques appropriate to patient age and desire for treatment.
• Educates patient and family through instruction, demonstration, and/or appropriate handouts in treatment plan, safety issues, home programs/self-management and assistive equipment.
• Documents all aspects of assessment, plan of care, and re-certifications in accordance with departmental, TJC, Medicare, and other applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Works in partnership with peers, other disciplines, and departmental personnel

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Speech Language Pathologist

• Benefits include 401k, free parking and discounts in the cafeteria.
• Delivery of high quality of patient care through evidence-based care.
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.
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Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org.