Speech and Language Pathologists (SLP) - Rehab (Days)

Duties

• Screens and evaluates patients who have problems with communication, thinking, or swallowing, and makes a care plan that follows all necessary standards.


• Uses standard tests and research-based methods to guide treatments.


• Checks how well patients are improving and changes treatments as needed, keeping records that meet rules and standards.


• Looks at how effective treatments are and makes changes based on patient evaluations, and refers patients if necessary.


• Offers advice and support to patients, their families, caregivers, and other people involved in their care regarding speech issues.


• Communicates clearly with supervisors and team members about patients' progress, challenges, and care plans.


• Prepares a complete summary of services provided when patients are discharged, following all required rules.


• Documents all necessary information in the electronic system and keeps patient records as per company policies.


• Accurately records the time spent providing treatment according to all rules.


• Participates in required meetings, such as discussions about patient care and reviews of service usage.


• Attends company-required training sessions, workshops, and conferences.


• Helps obtain any necessary equipment or supplies according to regulations.


• Can supervise and assist new speech-language pathologists and students.


• Follows professional standards, codes of conduct, and ethics as a speech-language pathologist.


• Holds an active ASHA membership and state license.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience as a speech-language pathologist (SLP) - REQUIRED


• Experience in long-term care (LTC) or rehabilitation - REQUIRED


• Texas state license - REQUIRED


• Certification as a CCC SLP - REQUIRED


• Preferred: 3 years of experience with active Clinical Competence Standards (CCS).

State License Information

• Texas


• Compact License Allowed