Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist — Make an Impact

CHRISTUS Health; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Corpus Christi, TX seeks a Speech Language Pathologist for PRN, per diem coverage. The role focuses on examining, testing, diagnosing and administering remedial treatments for speech, language, hearing, and oral motor disorders, with regular documentation of progress and home programs.

The candidate will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, supervise interns or students as needed, and collaborate with the care team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited/approved school of Speech Language Pathology.
• Texas Speech Language Pathologist License, Intern Texas Speech Language Pathologist License, or eligible to obtain licensure within 30 days of hire/transfer.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) by the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) within one year of hire/transfer.
• American Heart Association BLS

Responsibilities

• Examines, tests, diagnoses and administers remedial treatments for patients with speech and hearing disorders.
• Records speech samples and conducts phonetic analyses of speech ability.
• Documents test results and recommends remedial treatment.
• Confers with associates and institutes treatment utilizing corrective exercises and special equipment.
• Maintains active and support communication with the patient regarding progress, problems, home programs and other issues related to the therapeutic process.

Education

Graduate of an accredited/approved school of Speech Language Pathology

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Corpus Christi, TX seeks a Speech Language Pathologist for PRN, per diem coverage. The role focuses on examining, testing, diagnosing and administering remedial treatments for speech, language, hearing, and oral motor disorders, with regular documentation of progress and home programs.

The candidate will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, supervise interns or students as needed, and collaborate with the care team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.