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Encompass Health

Speech Therapy Team Leader

Encompass Health, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Overview

Therapy Team Lead - Speech Language Pathologist. Minimum of three years' discipline-specific or leadership experience required, with no less than 2 years being clinical. Base pay range: $45.00/hr - $57.00/hr. Salary Range $93,600 - $118,560. Responsibilities

The Therapy Team Leader assists the Director of Therapy Operations in day-to-day operations of a therapy team or discipline. The position requires effective supervisory skills, strong communication for interdepartmental relationships, and competency in licensed discipline evaluation, assessment, care planning, and treatment. The Therapy Team Leader must delegate and supervise tasks of therapist assistants and technicians; assist with staffing, scheduling, orientation, training, and communications to provide adequate coverage for patient treatments; and maintain open and ongoing communication with hospital departments to ensure patient, staff, and hospital needs are met. This position typically provides patient care in the licensed discipline 80% - 90% of work hours. The Team Leader helps create an environment and culture that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission by meeting or exceeding goals, conveying the hospital mission to all staff, holding staff accountable for performance, motivating staff to improve performance, and being responsible for the operation of the department, including measurement, assessment, and continuous improvement. The Team Leader helps staff improve their clinical skills and overall performance through staff development and mentoring. Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full and part-time employees and their families. Generous paid time off that accrues over time. Tuition reimbursement and continuous education opportunities for professional growth. Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans, securing your financial future. Flexible spending and health savings accounts tailored to your needs. A vibrant community of individuals who are passionate about what they do. Role as a Leader in Speech Therapy

Assisting the Director of Therapy Operations in the daily operations of the therapy team, including scheduling, orientation, training, and communication with the occupational therapy staff and hospital departments. Providing direct care to patients and building rewarding relationships by understanding each patient’s physical, mental, and emotional needs to aid in their recovery. Celebrating patient victories along the way. Qualifications

Current licensure or certification required by state regulations. CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire in this role. Additional Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Part-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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