Speech and Language Pathologists (SLP) - Rehab (Days)

77 consultants; Hondo (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in Texas is seeking an experienced speech-language pathologist. The role includes evaluating patients with communication issues, creating care plans, and maintaining treatment records. Candidates must possess a Texas state license and certification as a CCC SLP, with at least one year of relevant experience required. Opportunities for professional development are included.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience as a speech-language pathologist (SLP) is required.
• Experience in long-term care (LTC) or rehabilitation is required.
• Texas state license and certification as a CCC SLP are required.

Responsibilities

• Screens and evaluates patients for communication, thinking, or swallowing issues.
• Communicates regularly with team members about patient progress.
• Documents treatments and maintains accurate patient records.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Patient evaluation

Education

Certification as a CCC SLP

Texas state license

Job description

Duties

• Screens and evaluates patients who have problems with communication, thinking, or swallowing, and makes a care plan that follows all necessary standards.


• Uses standard tests and research-based methods to guide treatments.


• Checks how well patients are improving and changes treatments as needed, keeping records that meet rules and standards.


• Looks at how effective treatments are and makes changes based on patient evaluations, and refers patients if necessary.


• Offers advice and support to patients, their families, caregivers, and other people involved in their care regarding speech issues.


• Communicates clearly with supervisors and team members about patients' progress, challenges, and care plans.


• Prepares a complete summary of services provided when patients are discharged, following all required rules.


• Documents all necessary information in the electronic system and keeps patient records as per company policies.


• Accurately records the time spent providing treatment according to all rules.


• Participates in required meetings, such as discussions about patient care and reviews of service usage.


• Attends company-required training sessions, workshops, and conferences.


• Helps obtain any necessary equipment or supplies according to regulations.


• Can supervise and assist new speech-language pathologists and students.


• Follows professional standards, codes of conduct, and ethics as a speech-language pathologist.


• Holds an active ASHA membership and state license.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as a speech-language pathologist (SLP) - REQUIRED


• Experience in long-term care (LTC) or rehabilitation - REQUIRED


• Texas state license - REQUIRED


• Certification as a CCC SLP - REQUIRED


• Preferred: 3 years of experience with active Clinical Competence Standards (CCS).

State License Information

• Texas


• Compact License Allowed