Acute Care SLP with Collaborative Rehab Team

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Job summary

HCA Healthcare in McAllen, Texas seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients’ communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in a well‑resourced acute care setting. You will collaborate with physicians and the rehabilitation team to ensure consistent, high‑quality care.

The role requires a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology, Texas SLP licensure, BLS, and dysphagia/MBSS experience. CF is not considered at this time. Weekdays with rotating weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Licensed SLP in Texas.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience in acute care setting.
• Dysphagia and MBSS experience.
• CF not considered at this time.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities using structured assessments, standardized tools, and clinical observation.
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans that support communication clarity, safe swallowing, and functional progress.
• Document evaluations, daily notes, progress updates, and discharge summaries with accuracy and timeliness.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals, safety recommendations, home strategies, and expected progress.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing teams, rehabilitation staff, and care managers to support coordinated care and smooth transitions.
• Must be able to work weekdays with rotating weekends and holidays.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Assessment

Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

HCA Healthcare in McAllen, Texas seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients’ communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in a well‑resourced acute care setting. You will collaborate with physicians and the rehabilitation team to ensure consistent, high‑quality care.

The role requires a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology, Texas SLP licensure, BLS, and dysphagia/MBSS experience. CF is not considered at this time. Weekdays with rotating weekends/holidays.