Speech Therapist PRN (SLP) PRN
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Kindred Healthcare
Ennis, TX, US
Summary
The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for evaluating patients and implementing individualized treatment plans for communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing disorders. They also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and provide education to patients and families to ensure optimal functional outcomes.
Job Description
Join Ennis Regional Medical Center and Parkview Regional Hospital.
Ennis Regional Medical Center in Ennis, TX, a full-service healthcare facility that provides an array of services, including advanced digital imaging, 24-hour emergency care, physical and occupational therapy, and same-day surgery. At Ennis, your daily contributions will contribute to a culture of high standards, meaningful impact, and local connection.
Parkview Regional Hospital in Mexia, TX, a 49-bed, acute-care facility providing services that include medical/surgical care, rehabilitation, and emergency care. Parkview Regional keeps quality healthcare close to home, with a focus on maintaining and growing quality primary and specialty care services. At Parkview, you’ll work in a hospital empowered by system support yet rooted in community impact.
Job Summary
The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for evaluating patients, developing and implementing treatment plans, and providing therapeutic interventions for individuals with communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing disorders. The SLP maintains accurate and timely documentation, collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, and supports patient and family education to promote optimal functional independence and patient-centered outcomes.
Essential Functions
- Conduct evaluations and assessments appropriate to age and diagnosis, including developmental, cognitive, speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders.
- Develop individualized treatment plans and measurable goals in collaboration with the patient, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team.
- Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Reassess patient condition and update treatment goals and plans as needed.
- Provide patient and family education and counseling related to speech-language and swallowing needs.
- Accurately document treatment sessions, assessments, progress, and discharge plans.
- Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, therapists, and support staff to ensure consistent and effective rehabilitation plans.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, care planning, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Supervise clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel as applicable.
- Ensure compliance with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and facility policies.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology related to speech, language, and swallowing.
- Proficient in the use of assessment tools, therapy materials, and documentation systems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to function independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
- Familiarity with ASHA and state practice standards.
Education
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required
- Completion of a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) required.
Licenses/Certifications
- Current licensure to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist in applicable state
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within time frame required by facility policy
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA preferred
- VitalStim certification preferred.
Experience
- One (1) year of experience in a rehabilitation or acute care setting preferred.
Kindred’s mission is to help our patients reach their highest potential for health and healing with intensive medical and rehabilitative care through a compassionate patient experience.
Kindred’s 61 long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), along with 18 community-based, short-term acute care hospital campuses from across the nation, became part of ScionHealth with its launch in December 2021. Cornerstone Healthcare Group joined the ScionHealth family of hospitals and hospital services in January 2023.
In December 2021, Kindred Healthcare became a part of LifePoint Health, a leading healthcare company. As part of this transaction, LifePoint and Kindred also launched a new company, ScionHealth. Today, Kindred’s facilities are now part of either LifePoint or ScionHealth. Specifically, Kindred’s 61 long-term acute care hospitals – along with 18 community-based, short-term acute care hospital campuses from LifePoint – are now a part of ScionHealth.
Founded
2018
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Louisville, KY
Kindred’s mission is to help our patients reach their highest potential for health and healing with intensive medical and rehabilitative care through a compassionate patient experience.
Kindred’s 61 long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), along with 18 community-based, short-term acute care hospital campuses from across the nation, became part of ScionHealth with its launch in December 2021. Cornerstone Healthcare Group joined the ScionHealth family of hospitals and hospital services in January 2023.
In December 2021, Kindred Healthcare became a part of LifePoint Health, a leading healthcare company. As part of this transaction, LifePoint and Kindred also launched a new company, ScionHealth. Today, Kindred’s facilities are now part of either LifePoint or ScionHealth. Specifically, Kindred’s 61 long-term acute care hospitals – along with 18 community-based, short-term acute care hospital campuses from LifePoint – are now a part of ScionHealth.
Founded
2018
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Louisville, KY