Acute Care Speech-Language Pathologist (Swallowing)

OakBend Medical Center; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OakBend Medical Center in Richmond, Texas is seeking a qualified Speech Language Pathologist to provide speech therapy services across acute care, outpatient, and Skilled Nursing settings.

The ideal candidate must have a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology and a minimum of 1 year hospital experience. Required certifications include the Certificate of Clinical Competence and a State of Texas License.

Qualifications

• Must have Certificate of Clinical Competence and State of Texas License.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association is required.
• Minimum 1 year hospital experience including modified barium swallow studies.

Responsibilities

• Provision of speech therapy services in various settings including acute care and outpatient.
• Manage services for patients with communication and swallowing disorders.

Skills

Diagnosis of communication disorders

Treatment of speech disorders

Strong communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

OakBend Medical Center in Richmond, Texas is seeking a qualified Speech Language Pathologist to provide speech therapy services across acute care, outpatient, and Skilled Nursing settings.

The ideal candidate must have a Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology and a minimum of 1 year hospital experience. Required certifications include the Certificate of Clinical Competence and a State of Texas License.