Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient Rehab

Methodist Healthcare System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Education assistance

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in San Antonio is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient Rehab. The role involves evaluation and treatment of patients' communication and swallowing abilities through evidence-based practices. Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, documenting progress accurately, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Candidates should hold a Master's degree and a Speech-Language Pathologist license, with BCLS certification expected within 30 days of hire. This role offers a supportive environment dedicated to high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Prefer experience with MBSS.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities using structured assessments.
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans to support functional progress.
• Document evaluations with accuracy and timeliness.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals and expected progress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support coordinated care.

Skills

Communication improvement

Cognitive rehabilitation

Swallowing abilities rehabilitation

Education

Master's Degree

SLP-CCC Speech-Language Pathologist license

Job description

Overview

Introduction: Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care. We are seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient Rehab for Methodist Hospital.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary and Qualifications

We are seeking a(an) Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient Rehab for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. You will help patients improve their communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities through skilled, evidence-based care. You will work with a supportive, collaborative rehabilitation team in a well-resourced environment that values clinical judgement and manages time with clear caseloads and streamlined workflows.

Your role will include

• Evaluating communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities using structured assessments, standardized tools, and clinical observation
• Developing and adjusting individualized treatment plans that support communication clarity, safe swallowing, and functional progress
• Documenting evaluations, daily notes, progress updates, and discharge summaries with accuracy and timeliness
• Educating patients and families on therapy goals, safety recommendations, home strategies, and expected progress
• Collaborating with physicians, nursing teams, rehabilitation staff, and care managers to support coordinated care and smooth transitions

What qualifications you will need

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• SLP-CCC Speech-Language Pathologist license
• Master's Degree
• Prefer experience with MBSS

Methodist Hospital information: opened in 1963, with over 900 beds and a broad range of specialties. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.