Impactful SLP: Elevate Patient Communication

St. David's HealthCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3–9%

Tuition assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

St. David's North Austin Medical Center is seeking a Speech Therapist (SLP) PRN to help patients improve communication, cognition, and swallowing through skilled, evidence-based care.

You’ll join a collaborative rehabilitation team in a well-resourced setting that values clinical judgment and efficient workflows. You will evaluate and treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders, educate patients and families, and document progress while supporting coordinated care across physicians and care

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) credential required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities using structured assessments, standardized tools, and clinical observation.
• Developing and adjusting individualized treatment plans that support communication clarity, safe swallowing, and functional progress.
• Documenting evaluations, daily notes, progress updates, and discharge summaries with accuracy and timeliness.
• Educating patients and families on therapy goals, safety recommendations, home strategies, and expected progress.
• Collaborating with physicians, nursing teams, rehabilitation staff, and care managers to support coordinated care and smooth transitions.

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) credential

Job description

St. David's North Austin Medical Center is seeking a Speech Therapist (SLP) PRN to help patients improve communication, cognition, and swallowing through skilled, evidence-based care.

You’ll join a collaborative rehabilitation team in a well-resourced setting that values clinical judgment and efficient workflows. You will evaluate and treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders, educate patients and families, and document progress while supporting coordinated care across physicians and care