PRN or Part-Time Speech-Language Pathologist

Company: Talking Tadpoles LLC
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Description:Note: This position is located in our Weatherford Clinic and is on a PRN/Part-time basis. We are looking for someone who is willing and able to supervise SLP-A and/or an SLP Intern. This Speech Language Pathologist position works under the supervision of the Discipline Lead, and in the absence of a lead, the Clinical Director. The team member should be dedicated and passionate about the therapy they provide, the families they serve, and looking for an opportunity to grow.Responsibilities

• The Speech Language Pathologist provides speech therapy services to patients and related activities in accordance with best practice/evidence-based practice guidelines
• The Speech Language Pathologist completes evaluations and reassessments in accordance with clinic guidelines in a timely manner
• Develops an individualized plan of care based upon evaluation/reassessment findings according to company and best practice guidelines
• Performs patient care and related activities within the scope of their training and responsibilities, demonstrating basic clinical competencies
• The Speech Language Pathologist communicates effectively with patient/family/therapists/physicians/administrative staff and other stakeholders to promote quality services
• Provides instruction/education to families/caregivers
• Assesses patient and family needs regarding their level of understanding, ability to assimilate information and the most desirable method of speech therapy
• The Speech Language Pathologist provides accurate and thorough information consistently to families concerning their participation in the patient's continuity of care
• The Speech Language Pathologist documents patient information in Electronic Medical Record according to office policies
• The Speech Language Pathologist performs other essential functions as needed
• Attends health, safety and training in-services and other obligatory activities
• The Speech Language Pathologist maintains a current awareness and participates in office quality activitiesRequirements:REQUIREMENTS:
  • The Speech Language Pathologist will write thorough and defensible evaluations and SOAP/daily notes in a timely manner
  • The Speech Language Pathologist will engage in evidence based practiceQualifications
    • Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
    • Current Texas state license to practice Speech Therapy
    • Two years pediatric clinical experience preferred, although a strong new grad will be considered.
    • The Speech Language Pathologist must be articulate, courteous, and supportive in dealing with clinical and administrative colleagues, patients and parents with ability to honor confidentiality
    • The Speech Language Pathologist must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Utilize basic office equipment such as fax, copier and PCPI200800008

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