Speech Pathologist

Position Summary :

Evaluates and treats patients with speech, language, cognition, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders as prescribed by medical staff.

Participates in interdisciplinary care within the department and the hospital.

Responsibilities and Authorities :

A. Overall :

Plans and implements speech and language programs for patients through evaluation and assessment of patient needs. Has the authority to recommend disciplinary action pertaining to workers supervised.

B. Work Performed :

1. Performs other duties as assigned by the department's management staff.

2. As patient care and / or Hospital need dictates, both the assigned shift and work station may be changed by the department.

3. Participates in and promotes the I CARE Advantage service philosophy of Integrity, Customer Centered, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

4. Performs essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

5. Administers medically prescribed speech pathology programs and treatments.

6. Completes medical documentation in an accurate and timely manner, consistent with rules and regulations.

7. Participates in educational and training programs for necessary personnel.

8. Works closely with Radiology staff performing MBS studies.

9. Attends hospital meetings and committee work as assigned.

10. Delegates appropriately to non-licensed staff.

11. Participates in rotating to necessary areas, setting will include but not limited to outpatient, wound care, rehab, acute care, and long-term acute care, to provide treatment coverage to patients where needed.

12. Responsible for participating in on-call schedule per PM&R / Inpatient Rehab policy.

Qualifications : A. Education :

A. Education :

Current Texas licensure or eligibility as a Speech Pathologist or current Texas Licensure as a Speech Pathologist-Intern.

Current member of ASHA or NSSLHA. Speech Pathologist-Intern must have Speech Pathologist licensure within 18 months of date of hire and be a current member of ASHA within 18 months of date of hire.

Failure to meet requirements will result in termination of employment.

B. Training and Experience :

Completed practicum experience in speech pathology from an accredited school. Current BLS Certification within 90 days of hire.

C. Job Knowledge :

Knowledge of theory and practice of evaluation and therapeutic treatment of speech, language, cognition, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders.

Must have understanding of basic supervisory skills.

Unusual Physical Demands and Working Conditions :

Some standing, walking and lifting of light equipment.

Employee Benefits

Choosing your career path with Medical Center Health System can be rewarding with an array of benefit options that best suits you and your family.

Here’s a look at our benefits :

Retirement

With Medical Center Health System you are eligible to make contributions immediately. Your retirement account earns seven percent interest every year.

MCHS will match your contribution 125 percent upon retirement.

You can elect to contribute to additional pre-tax supplemental retirement plans as well.

Medical Coverage

Eligibility starts 30 days after your first day of employment. We offer two plans that provide coverage for office visits, preventive care, hospitalization and includes prescription drug benefits through retail pharmacies and mail order.

Dental Coverage

We provide a plan that covers preventative care, basic and major procedures along with Orthodontia care for adults and children.

Vision Coverage

You have the option to enroll for vision coverage that provides coverage for yearly eye exams, lenses, frames and / or contacts.

Life Insurance

Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance that covers two times your annual base wage is provided by Medical Center Health System along with Long-Term Disability.

Health Savings Accounts

Reduces your taxable income and covers medical, dental and vision expenses.

Wellness Benefit

Our wellness program allows you to take advantage of programs that promote a healthy lifestyle.

Employee Assistance Program

Services are available to all employees and their dependents.

Voluntary Benefits Provided at Affordable Rates for You and Your Family

• Group Voluntary Term Life and AD&D
• Group Accident
• Hospital Indemnity
• Short-term disability
• Group Critical Illness
• Whole Life

Other Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal Paid Time off
• Star Employee Award
• Employee Purchase Discounts
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