About this role
Overview
Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation
McKinney, Texas
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Acute
PRN
Weekend availabilty required
Weekday PRN Rate:$60/hr
Weekend PRN rate: $66/hr
We are seeking a compassionate and driven clinician to join our acute care team. This role is ideal for therapists who enjoy fast-paced environments, critical thinking and daily collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans and deliver skilled interventions for patients in medical-surgical, ICU, telemetry and specialty units
- Participate in interdisciplinary discussions and make recommendations regarding NPO status, diet levels and instrumental assessments
- Document timely and accurately in the electronic medical record per hospital and regulatory standards
- Completing patient/family and staff education related to communication, cognition and swallowing, as appropriate
- Contribute to quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives within our team
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist required.
- Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language & Hearing Association or eligibility for Certification pending professional experience required.
- Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment required.
- Acute care experience, minimum one year required
- Competency with MBSS, strongly preferred
- Strong communication, critical thinking and teamwork skills
#BSWIR - Inpatient
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans