Speech Language Pathologist Pediatric

Ascension Health; Burnet (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) employer match

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Legal & pet insurance

Transit savings

Job summary

Ascension Health in Burnet, TX, is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for the Pediatric Rehab Services team. You will evaluate patients, develop and implement care plans with physicians and care teams, and educate families about therapy and rehabilitation related to diagnoses.

The role requires licensure in Texas and a minimum education level as listed, with preferences for outpatient pediatric experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete individualized patient evaluations and participate in developing and implementing individual care plans through collaboration with physicians and patient care teams, including patient and family.
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Education

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Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Burnet, Texas

Hospital: Seton Highland Lakes Hospital

Department: Pediatric Rehab Services

Schedule: Full-Time | Day

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Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Complete individualized patient evaluations and participate in developing and implementing individual care plans through collaboration with physicians and patient care teams, including patient and family.
• Provide, document and direct skilled and purposeful therapeutic care to progress the patient through their plan of care.
• Instruct and educate patient/family/caregivers in the use of therapy and compensatory rehabilitation in relation to their diagnosis.
• Prioritize caseload, determine patient care needs and coordinate with therapy and medical staff for appropriate assignments/handoff.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Speech-Language Pathologist credentialed from the Texas State Board of Examiners for Speech-LanguagePathology and Audiology obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Speech language pathologist provisional license will be accepted until license is issued. License must be obtained within 12 months of hire date or job transfer date. Will also accept Texas-Speech Language Pathologist - Intern

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• Minimum of 3 years of outpatient pediatric experience
• Infant and complex feeding experience

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.