Per Diem Speech Pathologist—Inpatient/Outpatient

CHRISTUS Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in San Antonio, TX is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for inpatients and outpatients, with measurable goals and ongoing discharge planning.

You will supervise Rehab Techs, students and volunteers, participate in care conferences, support performance improvement efforts, and help connect patients with community resources.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Pathology from an accredited program.
• At least 1.5 years of full-time clinical experience as a Speech Pathologist.
• Licensed as a Speech Pathologist by the State Board.
• ASHA certification required.
• CPR certification required.
• Able to assess and treat diverse patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive diagnostic evaluations of speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Maintains quality documentation including Initial Evaluations, progress notes and discharge summaries.
• Participates in patient care conferences and interdepartmental meetings.
• Counsels families regarding evaluation, care and treatment and completes discharge planning.
• Supervises Speech Pathology students and volunteers and assists in supervising Rehab Techs.
• Participates in orientation of new associates and scheduling for coverage.
• Supports Performance Improvement activities and community referrals.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Pathology

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in San Antonio, TX is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for inpatients and outpatients, with measurable goals and ongoing discharge planning.

You will supervise Rehab Techs, students and volunteers, participate in care conferences, support performance improvement efforts, and help connect patients with community resources.