Supplemental Speech Pathologist, TIRR Kirby Glenn

Job Summary

The Supplemental Speech Pathologist is responsible for the evaluation and rehabilitation of patients of all ages with communication and oral‑pharyngeal disorders of functional or neurological origin to facilitate the development and maintenance of human communication and swallowing ability. The incumbent documents findings, progress and provides instruction to patients and caregivers. The therapist will provide recommendations and assist speech therapists and the management team with program development.

The therapist will serve as a resource and mentor, overseeing the development, guidance and training of assistants, students, interns and rehabilitation technicians regarding individual patient care.

Must be a graduate of an accredited university‑based Speech/Language Pathology program and be awarded a Master’s degree in Speech/Language Pathology.

Current license to practice Speech/Language Pathology by the State Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology and Audiology for Texas; current certification from the American Speech‑Language‑Hearing Association, required. Current certification in Basic Life Support.

• One (1) year of experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to mentor/train staff or supervise clinical interns.
• Provides clinical leadership and demonstrative expertise for a particular patient type/group or enhances an existing clinical program for that particular patient type/group.
• Serves as a clinical resource for hospital and/or system or departmental committee/task force or initiates and/or provides leadership in an ongoing departmental interest/study group.
• Designs and implements original staff development program which facilitates the clinical competencies of other staff members.
• The position requires occasional lifting and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting.
• Fine hand dexterity, eye‑hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing are also necessary.
• The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position.
• Ability to commit to an elected commitment schedule, with flexibility in scheduling and in moving within patient care areas when necessary.

• Assumes responsibility in the care of the patient.
• Performs complete, comprehensive evaluation of patients with a physician’s referral and accurately interprets evaluation findings.
• Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain those goals.
• Implements a Speech/Language Pathology treatment program.
• Re‑assesses patient status and alters treatment goals, plan and program as needed; communicates effectively with patient and family.
• Communicates effectively with professional colleagues and manages time effectively.
• Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently.
• May serve as a clinical instructor for speech interns.
• Serves as a clinical resource to staff, hospital, schools and the community in general; acts as a clinical instructor to CFY and speech interns.
• Assists in program development within the department.
• Actively participates in organized community service/functions as a representative of the profession.
• Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by faculty.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department‑based goals that contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences; models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.