Speech Pathologist, Pool

Cook Children's Health Care System; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children's Health Care System in Mansfield, TX is seeking a staff Speech-Language Pathologist to provide in-patient and/or out-patient pediatric services, focusing on feeding and swallowing, articulation, language disorders, voice and AAC evaluation. The role includes patient and caregiver education, collaboration with other professionals, and documentation aligned with department policies.

BLS within 30 days is required, and applicants must hold or be eligible for Texas licensure and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment required.
• State license or eligible for state licensure required.
• CCC-SLP credential or eligibility to apply upon completion of CFY and must be obtained within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-patient and/or out-patient pediatric speech-language pathology services.
• Address feeding and swallowing disorders, articulation, language, voice, resonance, fluency, and AAC needs.
• Deliver patient and caregiver education and counseling.
• Document services in accordance with department and system policies.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

State license or eligible for state licensure

CCC-SLP or eligible after CFY

BLS certification within 30 days of employment

Job description

Location:

Mansfield Multi-speciality Clinic and Urgent Care Center

Department:

Rehab-Arlington/Mansfield

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:

4

Summary:

The staff speech pathologists will have the education, knowledge and skill to provide in-patient and/or out-patient services, focusing on functional skills to enhance development, restore function and to prevent disability from pediatric conditions, illness and injury. Evaluation, treatment and home programming are provided for children with feeding and swallowing disorders, articulation, voice, resonance, and fluency, and receptive/expressive language disorders. Also includes aural rehabilitation/auditory verbal therapy for hearing loss or cochlear implant, and evaluation for augmentative communication devices. The position shall include patient and caregiver education and consultation to other professionals, clinics and agencies, both within Cook Children's Health Care System and within the community. Documentation and correspondence pertaining to these services shall follow department and system policies.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in speech/language pathology.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment required.
• State license or eligible for state licensure.
• Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech/Language Pathology, or eligible for application upon completion of Clinical Fellowship Year and must be obtained within 12 months of hire to maintain employment at Cook.

About Us:

Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children's offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.

Cook Children's is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.