SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST - SLP PRN

Pate Rehabilitation; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pate Rehabilitation in Irving, TX seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders. You will establish measurable goals and develop treatment plans, re‑assess progress, and communicate with the care team to ensure coordinated care.

The role requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, an unrestricted state license, BLS/CPR, and at least one year of experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted license as a Speech Language Pathologist in the practicing state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification as per state regulations.
• Minimum of one year’s experience as a Speech Language Pathologist.
• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders per physician orders/referrals.
• Completes comprehensive evaluations using appropriate tools and procedures.
• Reviews patient records for current diagnosis, history, precautions & contraindications.
• Sets measurable goals and develops treatment plans to advance patient abilities.
• Reassesses progress and modifies goals/treatment as needed.
• Communicates patient needs and progress to the treatment team and family, as applicable.
• Consults with medical providers regarding evaluation, progress and discharge.
• Maintains documentation for evaluation, treatment and billing per regulations.
• Adheres to company policies and compliance programs.
• Attends and participates in staff development and continuing education.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

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!

Our Company

Pate Rehabilitation

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 toward goals 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 time‑lines 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. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.