Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Lifepoint Health Careers; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Rehabilitation in Sugar Land, TX is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our dedicated team providing comprehensive swallowing and communication therapy. The SLP will assess, diagnose, and treat patients, develop care plans with patient/family, and supervise trainees while ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Licensed SLP with a Master's in Speech Language Pathology is required, along with BLS within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology is required.
• Licensed Speech Therapist as per state licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire.
• Requires critical thinking, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats swallowing and speech-language therapy needs.
• Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments.
• Designs and implements a plan of care with patient and family.
• Educates patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
• Plans/discharges patients from therapy services.
• Supervises clinical fellows, students, and support personnel.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

MBS testing

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Title: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Job Type: Full time

Your experience matters!

AtKindred Hospital Sugar Land, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person.

As aSpeech Language Pathologist (SLP) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute:

• Evaluates and treats patient populations for swallowing, speech-language and therapy needs.
• Essential Functions
• Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient and family.
• Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
• Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.
• Supervises activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Education: Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology Required
• Licenses: Licensed Speech Therapist
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 60 days of hire
• Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Experience with performing MBS (Modified Barium Swallow Tests)

About us

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.