Speech Pathologist PRN – Houston Methodist – Houston, TX

Assess and plan treatment programs for patients relevant to physical dysfunction and implement by direct or delegated care as ordered by referring physician. Serve as a professional care provider, educator, consultant and coordinator.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate patient’s level of function; develop and implement plan of treatment. (EF)
• Monitor patient progress; maintains timely and accurate patient records.(EF)
• Completes all patient documentation and enters charges for services provided. (EF)
• Coordinates / collaborates with members of the medical treatment staff regarding client’s current or recommended treatment, progress and discharge planning. (EF)
• Ensures proper scheduling of patients to maximize utilization of time.(EF)
• Participates in individual and staff development and expansion of services. (EF)
• Assists in development and marketing of speech language pathology services to appropriate population.
• Demonstrates the components of the I CARE values statement (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence).
• Demonstrates Service PRIDE Standards (smiles and makes eye contact; greets each patient and visitor; seeks out patient and visitor contact; displays appropriate body language at all times; takes 5 minutes each day to go above and beyond for one patient or visitor; honors diversity; thanks every customer).
• Follows all safety rules while on the job. Reports all accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Have 5 years of general experience including acute inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation settings.

CERTIFICATE / LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Current Texas license as a Speech-language Pathologist.

Certified by the American Speech-language Pathology and Audiology Association.

Current American Heart Association BLS required.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as a team member and to be able to work independently.
• Ability to assess and teat adults and/or pediatric patients with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Demonstrates good computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Work and Excel programs.