Speech Language Pathologist - SLP - Acute

• Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation
• McKinney, Texas
• Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Acute
• PRN
• Weekend availabilty required
• Weekday PRN Rate:$60/hr
• Weekend PRN rate: $66/hr

We are seeking a compassionate and driven clinician to join our acute care team. This role is ideal for therapists who enjoy fast-paced environments, critical thinking and daily collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans and deliver skilled interventions for patients in medical-surgical, ICU, telemetry and specialty units

Participate in interdisciplinary discussions and make recommendations regarding NPO status, diet levels and instrumental assessments

• Document timely and accurately in the electronic medical record per hospital and regulatory standards
• Completing patient/family and staff education related to communication, cognition and swallowing, as appropriate
• Contribute to quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives within our team

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.
• Acute care experience, minimum one year required
• Competency with MBSS, strongly preferred
• Strong communication, critical thinking and teamwork skills
• Inpatient
• Additional Data
• Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans