SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST - SLP PRN

BrightSpring Health Services; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services seeks a Speech Language Pathologist in Irving, Texas, to evaluate and treat patients with communication disorders. You will develop tailored treatment plans and work closely with patients to track their progress and foster communication skills. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree, a valid state license, and a minimum of one year of relevant experience.

Join our team at Pate Rehabilitation to make a difference in the lives of our clients and advance their quality of life.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted license as a Speech Language Pathologist by state.
• Minimum of one year’s work experience as a Speech Language Pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and treatments for speech and language disorders.
• Establish measurable goals and treatment plans for patients.
• Communicate progress to the treatment team and adjust plans as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury

Communication skills

Organization skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Our Company

Pate Rehabilitation

Overview

Our therapy team executes customized treatment plans that deliver real results and exceed patients' expectations. If you're motivated to give our clients a more positive quality of life we encourage you to apply today!

Responsibilities

• Performs the evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders based upon physician orders/referrals
• Completes a comprehensive evaluation based upon Physician referral using appropriate evaluation and assessment tools and procedures
• Reviews patient records for current diagnosis, past medical history, precautions & contraindications
• Establishes measurable goals and develops treatment plan to move the patient toward his or her maximum level of speech, language, cognitive and swallowing abilities
• Regularly re‑assesses effectiveness of treatment plan, progress of patient towardgoals and the need for modifying goals or treatment
• Communicates patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services, family members, as applicable
• Consults with medical providers regarding patient evaluation and treatment, progress of the patient and discharge from treatment
• Maintains and submits evaluation, treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company, facility, funding source, local, state and federal regulations
• Adheres to standards of the Company's Code of Business Conduct, policies, Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act and Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws
• Attends, participates in and/or conducts internal staff development programs and meetings; obtains continuing education as required by company policy and regulations; maintains and enhances clinical practice skills

Qualifications

• Minimum of Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology from a college or university with accredited Speech Language Pathology program
• Current, unrestricted license as an Speech Language Pathologist by state in which practicing
• Current Basic Life Support or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification in accordance state regulations
• A minimum of one year’s work experience as a Speech Language Pathologist
• Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury required
• Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions
• Demonstrates strong organization skills and attention to detail

About our Line of Business

Pate Rehabilitation, an affiliate of Rehab Without Walls, provides evidence-based physical, occupational, speech/language, and neurocognitive therapies, as well as vocational rehabilitation, to advance and accelerate patient recovery – helping individuals suffering from an acquired brain injury return to a high quality of life. For more information, please visit www.rehabwithoutwalls.com/pate-rehab.