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PRN Speech Therapist SLP - Acute Care (Pearland)

Memorial Hermann Health System

Pearland, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acute Care, Audiology, Basic Life Support (BLS), Customer Experience, Establish Priorities, Hospital Systems, Leadership, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Manual Dexterity, Mentoring, Neurology, Organizational Skills, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Speech and Language Pathology, Staff Development, Staff Training, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Pearland, TX
POSTED
4 days ago
At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team. Job Summary The Supplemental Speech Pathologist is responsible for the evaluation and rehabilitation of patients of all ages with communication and oral-pharyngeal disorders of functional or neurological origin, in order to facilitate the development and maintenance of human communication and swallowing ability. The incumbent documents findings, progress and provides instruction to patients and caregivers. The therapist will provide recommendations and assists speech therapists and management team with program development. The therapist will be responsible to serve as resource and mentor; oversees the development, guidance and training of assistants, students, interns and rehabilitation technicians with regards to individual patient care.

PRN coverage needed for the the weekends, holidays and vacation coverage. Training/orientation will be held during the week. Looking for minimum commitment of 3 weekend shifts (Sundays highly preferable); weekday shifts available as needed. Hours: 8am start time, 3-6 hours depending on caseload.

Need at least 1-2 years acute care experience and experience with Modified Barium Swallow Studies. Job Description

Minimum Qualifications Education : Must be a graduate of an accredited university-based Speech/Language Pathology program and be awarded a Master‘s degree in Speech/Language Pathology. Licenses/Certifications : Current license to practice speech/language pathology by the State Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology and Audiology for Texas.; current certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, required. Current certification in Basic Life Support. Experience / Knowledge / Skills: One (1) year of experience preferred.

Demonstrated ability and willingness to mentor/train staff or supervise clinical interns.

Provides clinical leadership and demonstrative expertise for a particular patient type/group or enhances an existing clinical program for that particular patient type/group.

Serves as a clinical resource for hospital and/or system or departmental committee/task force or initiates and/or provides leadership in an ongoing departmental interest/study group.

Designs and implements original staff development program which facilitates the clinical competencies of other staff members.

The position requires occasional lifting and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting.

Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing are also necessary.

The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position.

Ability to commit to elected commitment schedule, with flexibility in scheduling and in moving within patient care areas when necessary.

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