Therapy - SLP

Cynet Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for its Therapy department in an acute care and inpatient rehabilitation setting.

The 13-week, day-shift assignment requires at least 2 years of acute care experience and a valid state license to practice. Proficiency in modified barium swallow studies is preferred, with no on-call duties and two weekend shifts per month as part of the rotation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in acute care hospitals or LTAC settings.
• Proficiency in performing Modified Barium Swallow studies.
• Valid state license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Deliver SLP services in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation settings.
• Support patient care with a focus on safety and therapy goals.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team with Meditech EMR; participate in weekend rotation.

Skills

Acute care experience

Modified Barium Swallow

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed SLP (state)

Job description

Therapy - SLP

Profession: SLP

Specialty: Therapy

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day Shift

Hours per Shift: 8.5 hours

Experience: Minimum 2 years in acute care hospital

License: Valid state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist

Certifications: Certification in clinical competency preferred

Description:MCP Rehabilitation Therapy Services include three departments: Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy.All three departments serve an acute care hospital and an inpatient rehabilitation facility.The acute care hospital has a capacity of 600 beds and covers various specialties including trauma, neuroscience, ICUs, ECMO, burn, oncology, orthopedic, and spine floors.The inpatient rehabilitation facility has 40 beds.

The therapy staff consists of 27 full-time physical therapists, 19 full-time occupational therapists, and 9 full-time speech therapists.The department operates on a day shift only.There are directors and managers overseeing physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy staff.Patient ratios vary and specific equipment includes walking equipment, bikes, bars, and treadmills for therapy.The department uses Meditech as the electronic medical record system.There is no on-call requirement, and staff do not have floating requirements.Staff must work two weekend shifts per month as part of the rotation.

Candidates should possess skills in acute care hospital settings and inpatient rehabilitation.Speech therapists must have at least 2 years of full-time experience in acute care hospitals or long-term acute care settings.Candidates must be highly skilled at completing modified barium swallow studies.It is preferred that candidates do not have work history limited to skilled nursing facilities, outpatient settings, or pediatrics/school settings.

Successful candidates should exhibit qualities of willingness, accountability, flexibility, and openness.A good sense of humor is important.This position offers opportunities to work with new equipment and technology.The tenure and experience of the staff provide a supportive environment for new hires.Shifts provide variety and the chance to work with a diverse population of patients.