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Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist

MD Anderson Cancer Center • Houston, TX
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
About Us
At MD Anderson Cancer Center, we're leading the charge in the fight against cancer. Recognized as the nation's No. 1 hospital for cancer care by & World Report, we are one of the world's most respected centers for cancer treatment, research, education, and prevention. Our commitment to innovation and patient-centered care makes us a global leader in cancer therapy, and we are looking for passionate, skilled individuals to join our world-class team.

Why MD Anderson?
  • Unmatched Career Growth: At MD Anderson, you'll have access to cutting-edge technologies and development opportunities that will shape your career at every stage. Whether you're just starting or are a seasoned professional, we provide a comprehensive career development model with expert-level training and certifications.
  • Impact: As a Speech Language Pathologist at MD Anderson, you'll make a meaningful impact on the lives of thousands of cancer patients every year. As an SLP, you'll work closely with these patients to help them regain vital functions and improve their quality of life. In the oncology setting, you'll provide specialized care to cancer patients who may have experienced changes in their voice, speech patterns, or swallowing abilities due to their diagnosis or treatment.

What We Offer
  • Exceptional Professional Development: Paid programs for advanced certifications or furthering education.
  • Collaborative, Innovative Environment: Work alongside leading experts in oncology.
  • Mission-Driven Impact: Be part of a team dedicated to making a difference in the fight against cancer.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, and a full range of benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans. Additional Benefits include but are not limited to:
  • Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
  • Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
  • Relocation assistance offered if relocating 100+ miles from MD Anderson
  • Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programs
  • Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
  • Fertility benefits
  • Additional Benefits can be found at our page

SUMMARY

Primary responsibility of the Speech Pathologist is to be an active member of the Head and Neck Center Health care team by the evaluation and treatment of patients with swallowing, cognitive and or communication deficits of functional and/or organic origin.

We are seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist with experience in adult outpatient care. The ideal candidate will have expertise in conducting and interpreting Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBS) and providing comprehensive speech and swallowing therapy to adult oncology patients.

JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Provide Evaluation
  • Provide a comprehensive evaluation of assigned patients; develop & administer the plan of care consistent with area(s) of deficit; maintain appropriate records (progress notes, IPOCTR, etc.) of activity and services provided.

Maintain Records
  • Initiate referrals and convey recommendations to the appropriate resource/agency; maintain records (progress notes, IPOCTR, etc.) of activity and services provided.

Participate in Meetings
  • Attend and participate in meetings (rounds, staff, etc.) specific to learning and patient needs.

Facilitate Program Development
  • Facilitate program development and expansion via attendance of professional meetings, via presentations and correspondence


Other duties as assigned

Education

Required: Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders.

Experience

Required: None

All of the following:
Certification in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) issued by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) within 30 days of hire.
License in Speech Language Pathology issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation within 30 days of date of entry into job.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

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