Speech Language Pathologist - SLP-PRN
Company: Cornerstone Healthcare Group
Location: Round Rock
Posted on: May 3, 2021
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Job Description:
About Us Cornerstone Healthcare Group, based in Dallas, Texas, was
founded in 1990 and provides excellent healthcare services to our
patients, residents and their families. Our employees make a difference, join us so you can too! We
pride ourselves on our quality of care, responsive service, and
commitment to excellence. We treat each employee, patient and
resident like we would a member of our own family, and measure our
success by the direct impact we have on improving the quality of
life for our employees, patients and residents. Responsibilities: The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the
assessment of referred patients, ranging in age from 18 years to
geriatric who are experiencing medically complex conditions or
medical surgical conditions requiring rehabilitation and/or wound
care needs. The Speech Language Pathologist duties include: * Conduct appropriate evaluations, assesses and identifies
equipment needs relative to to speech/language function. *
Identifies functional speech defeats and establishes aplan of care
to improve patient's function. * Administers speech therapy program
utilizing specializing therapeutic technique and/or equipment. *
Recommends communication devices/aid as indicated. * Documents the
course of patient care including progess made and continuing need
for treatment. * Provides patient and family caregiver education on
tasks and resources that will assist with continued functional
indendence. * Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for
other services and refers as appropriate * Participate in case
conferences, in-services and other meetings as needed ensuring
coordinated and comprehensive care. * Performs other related duties
as assigned or requested. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: * Ability to project a professional image. * Knowledge of
regulatory standards and compliance requirements. * Knowledge and
experience in the needs of patients ranging in age from 18 to
geriatric. * Working knowledge and ability to apply professional
standards of practice in job situations. * Strong organizational
and analytical skills; excellent writing and speaking skills. *
Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications
used in job functions (Word processing, graphics, databases,
spreadsheets, etc.) Education and/or Experience: * Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology required. * Successful completion of a national exam in speech language
pathology, and completion of a nine (9) month clinical fellowship
(CFY), at discretion of the Rehab Director. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: * Current license for Speech Language Pathology field in state
of employment. * Must maintain current Provider CPR certification
throughout employment.
Keywords: Cornerstone Healthcare Group, Round Rock , Speech Language Pathologist - SLP-PRN, Other , Round Rock, Texas
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