Speech-Language Pathologist

adelphi medical staffingHarlingen, TX2 days ago

$50-$55/hr

Occupations

Speech-Language Pathologists Speech-Language Pathology Assistants Therapists, All Other

Industries

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities

Job Opportunity Adelphi is seeking a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide full-time, on-site services at a facility in Cameron County, Texas. The ideal candidate will serve as the facility's subject matter expert in speech, language, cognitive-communication, swallowing, and related disorders while providing therapeutic rehabilitation services to individuals with communication, dysphagia, social-pragmatic, and cognitive challenges.

Job Quick Facts: Reference #: BD-673-66 Profession: Allied Health

Specialty: Speech-Language Pathologist

Location: Cameron County, Texas

Facility Type: Residential Care Facility

Coverage Type: On-Site

Job Type: Full-Time Contract

Contract Duration: Month-to-month, with option to renew

Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:00 a.m.5:00 p.m.

Start Date: Immediate

Compensation: $50-$55/hr.

Requirements:

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or a related communicative sciences and disorders field
Current and unrestricted Texas Speech-Language Pathologist license through TDLRCertificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred
Current CPR/BLS certification, if required by the facility
Knowledge of HIPAA requirements and commitment to maintaining resident confidentiality
Willingness to work on-site with individuals who may have dual diagnoses
Ability to comply with facility and agency policies
Compliance with applicable facility and agency health and immunization requirements
Successful completion of required drug screening, fingerprinting, and background checks
Completion of all required facility and staffing agency training

Responsibilities: Serve as the facility's recognized subject matter expert on speech, language, & swallowing disorders. Provide rehabilitation services for speech and communication deficits. Provide services for dysphagia, social-pragmatic delays, and cognitive difficulties. Assess and diagnose speech, language, and cognitive-communication abilities. Evaluate related oral, pharyngeal, and esophageal functioning. Identify applicable impairments through diagnostic evaluations and assessments. Complete accurate, quality documentation in the electronic health record. Develop, implement, and oversee therapeutic habilitative and rehabilitative programs. Provide clinical speech-language pathology services to facility residents. Collaborate with departments, allied health professionals, interdisciplinary teams, & administration. Attend assigned meetings to support information transfer and continuity of services. Train, instruct, and supervise staff conducting habilitation and rehabilitation activities. Ensure activities are performed according to treatment recommendations. Monitor implemented programs and plans for compliance and effectiveness. Support quality of care and resident well-being. Provide feedback to staff implementing therapeutic programs. Update, revise, or develop programs and treatment protocols based on outcomes. Oversee and coordinate quality assurance and quality enhancement activities. Support disaster response, recovery, and Continuity of Operations activation when required. Work alternate shifts or locations when required during emergency operations.

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Level

SeniorL5

Salary

$50-$55/hr

Location

Harlingen, TX

Occupation

Speech-Language Pathologists

Industry

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists

Posted

2 days ago

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