SLP Therapist: Swallowing & Speech Rehab in Rehab Setting

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join Lifepoint Rehabilitation on a PRN basis. You will evaluate swallowing and speech-language disorders, document assessments, and contribute to care planning.

This role emphasizes family education, discharge planning, and supervision of clinical fellows and students. Applicants must hold a Master’s in Speech Language Pathology, TX licensure, and BLS certification, with Lifepoint Health

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• TX licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat swallowing and speech-language therapy needs.
• Perform and document initial and ongoing assessments.
• Design and implement a plan of care with input from patient and family.
• Educate and counsel patients and families regarding treatment and progress.
• Plan and assist with patient discharge from therapy services.
• Supervise clinical fellows, students, and support personnel.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Educating patients

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join Lifepoint Rehabilitation on a PRN basis. You will evaluate swallowing and speech-language disorders, document assessments, and contribute to care planning.

This role emphasizes family education, discharge planning, and supervision of clinical fellows and students. Applicants must hold a Master’s in Speech Language Pathology, TX licensure, and BLS certification, with Lifepoint Health