Impactful SLP - Full-Time, Day Shift

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central, part of Lifepoint Health, is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for full-time days to join Lifepoint Rehabilitation.

You will evaluate and treat swallowing and speech-language disorders, document assessments, design plans of care, educate patients and families, assist discharge, and supervise fellows and students.

Requirements include a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, TX licensure, and BLS within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Licensed Speech Therapist; current TX Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology licensure.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patient populations for swallowing, speech-language and therapy needs.
• Perform and document initial and ongoing assessments of patient’s condition.
• Design and implement a plan of care appropriate to problems identified, involving the patient and family.
• Educate and counsel patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
• Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from therapy services.
• Supervise activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.

Skills

Swallowing assessment

Speech therapy

Patient education

Discharge planning

Clinical supervision

Education

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central, part of Lifepoint Health, is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for full-time days to join Lifepoint Rehabilitation.

You will evaluate and treat swallowing and speech-language disorders, document assessments, design plans of care, educate patients and families, assist discharge, and supervise fellows and students.

Requirements include a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, TX licensure, and BLS within 60 days of hire.