SLP, Acute Care (Adults) - TMC

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Job Summary

Position responsible for the evaluation and rehabilitation of patients of all ages with communication and oral-pharyngeal disorders of functional or neurological origin, in order to facilitate the development and maintenance of human communication and swallowing ability. Documents findings, progress and instruction to patients and caregivers. May assist Level II or III speech pathologists with program development. May provide training and guidance to students, interns, and other staff.

Location

Texas Medical Center

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate degree in Speech/Language Pathology from an accredited university-based speech/language pathology program

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current license to practice speech/language pathology by the State Board of Examiners for Speech Pathology and Audiology for Texas

• Current certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, preferred

• Current certification in Basic Life Support

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• The position requires occasional lifting and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting

• Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing are also necessary

• The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position

• Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of "we advance health" through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.

Principal Accountabilities

• Assumes responsibility in the care of the patient. Performs complete, comprehensive evaluation of patients with a physician's referral.

• Accurately interprets evaluation findings. Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals.

• Implements a speech/language pathology treatment program. Re-assess patient status and alters treatment goals, plan, and program as needed.

• Communicates effectively with patient and family.

• Communicates effectively with professional colleagues.

• Manages time effectively.

• Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.

• Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently.

• May serve as Clinical Instructor for Speech interns.

• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.

• Other duties as assigned.