Speech Language Pathologist PRN Acute care
HCA Healthcare - Cypress, Texas, United States, 77429
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Join HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress, a part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. We offer a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: comprehensive medical coverage, additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance, and more. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Speech Language Pathologist PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise! The Speech Therapist provides high-quality, patient-centered care by developing and conducting individualized therapy programs for patients with communication, cognitive, and/or swallowing impairments. As a member of the health care team, the Speech Therapist performs comprehensive patient assessments and establishes appropriate treatment goals. The Speech Therapist serves as an educator to patients, families, students, and colleagues. What you will do in this role: Conduct a subjective assessment of assigned patient's speech language abilities during spontaneous conversation. Administer objective tests to assess patient's communication assets and liabilities. Structure and implement individualized patient program to improve communication abilities. Evaluate patient regularly during treatment and adjust program as needed to maximize patient progress. Document progress in patient's chart. Complete notes, charges, discharge notes, and patient communication. Consult with Program Director and Rehab Physician/Medical Director regarding pre-screen assessments and physician consultations to determine appropriate placement of potential patients. What qualifications you will need: Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date. Licensed Speech Language Pathologist in the state of Texas. Masters degree from an accredited speech language program. A minimum of 1 year experience (post CFY) in an acute care setting required. Must be able to work 2 shifts per month. HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress, a campus of HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, is a 165+ bed, general acute care hospital founded in 2006 by local physicians who wanted to create a sophisticated, patient-friendly healthcare environment for their community. We strive to provide world-class healthcare to patients throughout Cypress, TX and Northwest Houston. HCA Houston North Cypress provides comprehensive services utilizing the latest in medical technology and equipment. We employ well-respected area physicians and aim to provide an upscale five-star hotel-like ambiance with the comfort of those we care for in mind. If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Speech Language Pathologist PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.