Speech Language Pathologist - SLP - Acute

Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation – Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Acute – PRN

Location: Irving, Texas

Job Type: PRN

Rate: $60/hr (Weekend PRN rate: $66/hr)

Benefits: We strive to provide our employees with a solid work-life balance, as we understand that happy employees have both fulfilling careers and fulfilling lives beyond our doors.

Position Summary: We are looking for a PRN Speech Language Pathologist with acute care experience. MBSS experience preferred. Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction. Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline‑specific therapy services for those assigned patients. Ensures the design of functional treatment programs allowing for an effective return to community activities.

Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, co‑workers and self. Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline‑specific therapy services and design of program delivery. Speech Language Pathologist with at least one year of Acute Hospital experience and must be proficient with Modified Barium Swallow Studies.

• Evaluate assigned patients and establish appropriate treatment goals and programs.
• Coordinate treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services as available community resources.
• Develop comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities.

• 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.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care