Speech Language Pathologist PRN

Ernest Health; Thorn Hill (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernest Health's New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in New Braunfels, Texas is seeking a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist to join a team delivering inpatient rehabilitation therapy. The role focuses on diagnosing and treating speech, language, cognition, and swallowing disorders within a comprehensive, patient-centered program.

The ideal candidate holds active state licensure as an SLP, CCC-SLP or CFY status, and a background in rehab hospital settings.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• CCC-SLP or CFY status preferred.
• Two years' experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.
• Current BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and related disorders.
• Integrates the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.

Skills

State licensure as SLP

CCC-SLP or CFY status

2+ years rehab hospital experience

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Speech Language Pathologist - PRN - New Braunfels, Texas

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

At New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization.

We have a great PRN opportunity for a Speech Language Pathologist in New Braunfels.

New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in New Braunfels, Texas is a leading inpatient rehabilitation hospital serving the communities between San Antonio and Austin. We specialize in helping patients regain strength and independence after life-altering health events such as strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, complex orthopedic surgeries, and other serious conditions. Our rehabilitation programs are intensive and tailored - each patient receives a customized mix of physical, occupational, and speech therapies delivered daily by our enthusiastic, highly skilled team. New Braunfels Regional Rehab Hospital offers a supportive, close-knit environment with modern therapy facilities and the latest rehabilitative equipment, ensuring patients get the best possible care. With Joint Commission accreditation and a reputation for outstanding clinical outcomes, our hospital proudly provides warm, patient-centered care that guides individuals on their journey to recovery and return to an active life.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees' work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through "My Ernest Journey" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current and valdi state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA or Clinical Fellowship Year status or equivalent preferred.
• Two years' experience in rehabilitation hospital setting preferred.
• Current BLS certification from an approved required.

Additional Qualifications/Skills

• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Assesses, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and other related disorders. Integrates the hospital’s mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.