SPEECH PATHOLOGIST/THERAPIST

Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center; Eagle Pass (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients in outpatient and acute inpatient settings.

The role involves providing written evaluations and plans of care to physicians, monthly reassessments, and supervising speech therapy assistants. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Texas state licensure, and CCC-SLP, with CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Texas state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist and CCC-SLP.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Ability to work independently with a positive, courteous attitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform speech therapy assessment, once physician's orders are received.
• Provide written evaluation and plan of care to the physician.
• Reassess patient monthly to update plan of care.
• Supervise speech therapy assistant and other support staff.
• Must continuously improve SLP knowledge and skill.

Skills

SLP clinical skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Job Summary

Performs speech therapy evaluation and treatment in both outpatient and acute inpatient settings.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform speech therapy assessment, once physician's orders are received.
• Provide written evaluation and plan of care to the physician.
• Reassess patient monthly to update plan of care.
• Supervise speech therapy assistant and other support staff.
• Must continuously improve SLP knowledge and skill.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Speech Language Pathology.
• TX State Speech Therapy License required, as well as Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC).
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Ability to work independently and maintain a positive, courteous attitude.

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