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Job Summary
The Supplemental Speech Pathologist is 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. The incumbent documents findings, progress and provides instruction to patients and caregivers. The therapist will provide recommendations and assists speech therapists and management team with program development. The therapist will be responsible to serve as resource and mentor; oversees the development, guidance and training of assistants, students, interns and rehabilitation technicians with regards to individual patient care. Job Description

We are unable to consider CF candidates for PRN

Schedule

1 full weekend per month, 1 major holiday + weekend, and 1 minor holiday + weekend required

Location

TIRR Greater Heights

TIRR Memorial Hermann, a national leader in medical rehabilitation and research, crafts unique treatment plans for every patient, maximizing their recovery and getting them back to the life they love. TIRR Memorial Hermann has been ranked among America's Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for more than three decades. Now, we're expanding these efforts, bringing that same level of advanced care to the Northwest area of Houston.

TIRR Memorial Hermann-Greater Heights offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient medical rehabilitation. Our inpatient center is designed to help patients reach optimal functionality following an injury or illness through customized treatment programs which incorporate personal performance goals. The outpatient facility is changing patients' lives by helping them regain the skills and confidence they need to reintegrate into the community. You'll be in good hands with the highly trained and most experienced rehabilitation professionals at TIRR Memorial Hermann-Greater Heights.

TIRR Memorial Hermann has been designated a national rehabilitation innovation center as a result of legislation passed by Congress and signed into law by President Joe Biden on January 5, 2023. The Dr. Joanne Smith Memorial Rehabilitation Innovation Centers Act of 2022 recognizes a leading class of pioneering rehabilitation hospitals across the country which set the standard for complexity of rehabilitative care, research, education and advocacy.

If you're looking for autonomy and lots of growth, while making a huge impact on our patients' lives, look no further. I'd love to discuss this in more details, if you're interested!

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited university-based Speech/Language Pathology program and be awarded a master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology

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, required. Current certification in Basic Life Support.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• One (1) year of experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to mentor/train staff or supervise clinical interns.
• Provides clinical leadership and demonstrative expertise for a particular patient type/group or enhances an existing clinical program for that particular patient type/group.
• Serves as a clinical resource for hospital and/or system or departmental committee/task force or initiates and/or provides leadership in an ongoing departmental interest/study group.
• Designs and implements original staff development program which facilitates the clinical competencies of other staff members.
• 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.
• Ability to commit to elected commitment schedule, with flexibility in scheduling and in moving within patient care areas when necessary.
• 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.
• Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently.
• May serve as clinical instructor for Speech interns.
• Serves as clinical resource to staff, hospital, schools and the community in general. Acts as clinical instructor to CFY and speech interns.
• Assists in program development within the department.
• Actively participates in organized community service/functions as a representative of the profession.
• Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.
• 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.