PRN SLP Therapist - Elevate Communication & Swallowing Care

St. David's HealthCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Job summary

St. David's South Austin Medical Center, part of St. David's HealthCare, seeks a Speech Therapist (SLP) PRN to help patients improve communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities through evidence-based care.

You will work within a supportive, collaborative rehabilitation team in a well-resourced environment that values clinical judgment and efficient workflows. The role emphasizes patient progress, discharge readiness, and interprofessional coordination.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) required.
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities using structured assessments.
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans for communication and safe swallowing.
• Document evaluations, daily notes, progress updates, and discharge summaries.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals, safety, and home strategies.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing and rehab teams to support coordinated care.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CPR/Basic Life Support within 30 days

Job description

St. David's South Austin Medical Center, part of St. David's HealthCare, seeks a Speech Therapist (SLP) PRN to help patients improve communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities through evidence-based care.

You will work within a supportive, collaborative rehabilitation team in a well-resourced environment that values clinical judgment and efficient workflows. The role emphasizes patient progress, discharge readiness, and interprofessional coordination.