Impactful Speech-Language Pathologist in Hospital Rehab

HCA Houston Healthcare; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan 401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, a 530+ bed hospital, seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to improve patients' communication, cognition and swallowing through evidence-based care.

You will assess, develop and adjust treatment plans, document progress, educate patients and families, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation staff. Texas licensure and BLS are required; a Master's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires current Texas licensure and BLS certification.
• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university required. Masters degree is preferred.
• One year of related experience and/or training is also preferred.

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.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Team collaboration

Documentation

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, a 530+ bed hospital, seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to improve patients' communication, cognition and swallowing through evidence-based care.

You will assess, develop and adjust treatment plans, document progress, educate patients and families, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation staff. Texas licensure and BLS are required; a Master's degree is preferred.