Speech Lang Pathologist PRN - Inpatient

Children's Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Caregiver Leave

Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

Medical plan after 3 years

Job summary

Children's Health in Plano is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for inpatient care. This PRN position requires weekend coverage, hours 8am–4pm, on-site work, and a minimum of two years’ related experience (new grads considered). You will perform evaluations and treatments, set goals, and contribute to discharge planning with the care team.

Salary is $60/hour with opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment within Acute Care Therapy Services.

Qualifications

• Speech-Language Pathologist licensure in Texas (SLP-1A) required at hire.
• CCC-SLP certification required within two years of hire.
• BLS certification required.
• Two years of related experience preferred; new grads considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct Speech Language Pathology evaluations and treatments with discharge planning.
• Coordinate and prioritize scheduling to meet patient treatment demands.
• Maintain department equipment; attend meetings, rounds, and professional development.
• Other duties as appropriate to the position.
• Pay: $60/hour.

Education

Bachelor's Degree Required

Master's Degree Required

Job description

Job Title & Specialty Area: Speech Language Pathologist in Inpatient

Department: Acute Care Therapy Services

Location: Plano Campus

Shift: PRN / Primarily Weekend Coverage and hours 8am - 4pm; Minimum requirements 6 shift per quarter and 2 holidays a year, orientation/training will be during the week.

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary

This job is for PRN assignments only. The incumbent in this position is a staff therapist who participates in the evaluation and treatment of patients based upon current principles and practices of Speech Language Pathology. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Children's Health philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct Speech Language Pathology evaluations and re-evaluations, including assessment of prior and current level of function, setting individualized goals and making discharge recommendations in accordance with standards of practice; provide direct Speech Language Pathology treatments according to standards of practice, including patient and family education, progression of treatment plan and implementation of appropriate therapeutic interventions; report of patient progress through appropriate written documentation including evaluation forms, progress notes, education forms; collaborate with physicians, patients, family and other members of the health care team relative to patient treatment and progress as well as other affiliated agencies with regard to effective discharge planning.
• Coordinate and prioritize own schedule in relation to demands of patient treatment and other departmental responsibilities.
• Demonstrate proper use and maintenance of department equipment and supplies; attend and participate in departmental meetings, inservices, rounds and peer reviews; participate in program development as assigned by Team Leader; participate in continuing education programs or other opportunities for learning continued professional competency.
• Other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area
• Pay: $60/hour

How You’ll Be Successful:

• At least 2 years Job-related experience preferred (new grads considered) Preferred
• New Grads Considered

EDUCATION

• Bachelors Degree Required
• Masters Degree Required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Speech Language Pathologist-1A-SLP Essential State of Texas Speech Pathology License - Time Frame: Upon Hire
• Certificate of Clinical Competence-Speech-Language Pathology- CCC-SLP Essential Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from ASHA within two years of hire
• Basic Life Support - BLS Essential Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits – How We'll Care For You

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.