Speech Therapist (83745)

Regency Integrated Health Services; Seguin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Regency Integrated Health Services is seeking a dedicated Speech Therapist at the Guadalupe Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Seguin, TX. This full-time position involves conducting assessments, planning therapeutic programs, and guiding patients to improve communication and swallowing abilities.

Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology, a Texas state license, and a Certificate of Clinical Competence. The role requires collaboration with healthcare teams and participation in patient care plans.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology (or equivalent) from an accredited program.
• Current state license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist in Texas.
• One year of experience in a home health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and reassessments of communication and swallowing disorders.
• Plan and supervise individualized therapeutic programs.
• Collaborate with the Rehab Director for patient care integration.
• Instruct family members in speech therapy activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient assessment

Therapeutic program implementation

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Guadalupe Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center - Seguin, TX 78155

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage: Up to 50%

Job Description

The Speech Therapist (ST) conducts assessments and reassessments of rehabilitation needs and potential. The ST also plans, implements, and supervises therapeutic programs which include patient teaching and therapeutic activities to improve or restore communicative and swallowing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessments and reassessments of the patient’s communication and swallowing disorders by applying diagnostic and prognostic procedures.
• Plans, implements, and supervises an individualized therapeutic program designed to restore and/or improve communicative activities of daily living, and to treat swallowing disorders.
• Coordinates and collaborates with the Rehab Director, or designated professional, to ensure integration of the therapeutic program in the plan of care.
• Guides and teaches the patient in techniques, exercises, or precautions designed to improve the patient’s ability to swallow and communicate.
• Observes, records, and reports the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient’s condition or treatment. Documents the extent of the patient’s involvement in the decision affecting his/her care.
• Instructs other agency personnel and patients family members in activities of speech therapy in which they may safely and effectively assist the patient.
• Participates in patient case conferences to coordinate the patient’s plan of care and promote positive therapeutic outcome.
• Participates in continuous assessment and evaluation of the agency via Quarterly Record Review, or the quality Assurance/Improvement Program.
• Falls state guidelines and maintains appropriate documentation when supervising an Assistant in speech.
• Maintains code of ethics set by the American Speech Language Hearing Association.

Physical Requirements

Sight and hearing sufficient to comprehend written and verbal communication, ability to work a minimum of eight (8) hours per day while driving, standing, sitting, and completing reports and documentation.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology (or equivalent) from a University program accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing-Association.
• Current licensed by the state of Texas to practice as a Speech-Language-Pathologist.
• Has been granted a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology by the American Speech Language Hearing Association.
• One (1) year experience in Speech Language Pathology in a home health setting preferred.

Travel Expectations

Must have a car with current insurance coverage and a state driver’s license.