Inpatient Rehab Speech Language Pathologist Fulltime

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

Job Summary

The Inpatient Rehabilitation Speech‑Language Pathologist provides comprehensive assessment, treatment, and education for patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders following illness or injury.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  Master's Degree from an accredited program in Speech Pathology or 
  PhD from an accredited program in Speech Pathology. 
  
  

• Licenses and Certifications
  (SLPL) SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY Licensed to practice Speech Pathology in the state of Texas. Intern license (Clinical Fellowship Year) also accepted Upon Hire and 
  Active cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire or 
  (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) required. Upon Hire and 
  Must hold a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) issued by the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). Upon Hire 
  
  

Preferred

• Education
  New graduates are welcome to apply with an intern license in Speech Language Pathology from the Texas State Board of Examiners in Speech Language and Audiology. 
  
  

JOB DUTIES

• Requires prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Lifts supplies/equipment as needed.
• Has general patient care skills. Demonstrates knowledge of therapeutic principles, practices good clinical judgement and does not compromise patients or another's safety, while at same time maximizes patient's treatment potential. Passes competency reviews.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to all policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, and corporate compliance. Includes: personal demeanor, appearance, and hygiene that are appropriate for the work environment. Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with University Medical Center Policy.
• Completes speech therapy evaluations. Reviews information from all sources (history, physical, overt and subjective complaints, etc). Utilizes proper testing and measurement procedures based on information gathered in evaluation. Identifies and records problem areas on evaluation. Projects reasonable goals within realistic time frames for each identified problem. Analyzes and designs treatment plans based on patient problems and goals. Determines if planned treatment is effective and progresses patient in timely fashion. Records patient's progress in concise, accurate, and timely manner.
• Prepares for patient discharge in an organized and efficient manner, including timely and accurate submission of equipment needs. Displays good knowledge of patient's resources and needs.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently. Works in a team oriented manner. Fosters teamwork by treating all staff fairly, facilitating 2-way communication and having a collaborative attitude. Supports teamwork and cooperation with co-workers in daily activities. Readily volunteers assistance to help co-workers complete tasks. Assists willingly in the coverage of other patients.
• Takes ownership in solving problems effectively, efficiently, and to the satisfaction of the patient.
• Organizes patient treatment time and unscheduled time efficiently.
• Demonstrates basic computer knowledge.
• Demonstrates through verbal and non-verbal communications openness to change or new ideas. Willingly learns and adapts to changes in work environment and new work methods as introduced. Demonstrates flexibility to fluctuating workload and effectively prioritizes assignments. Consistently maintains control of feelings, emotions, and body language.
• Exhibits a positive attitude in support of the hospital and management, including decisions made by administration and/or management. Treats hospital resources and property with respect and in a manner that reflects awareness of financial responsibility.
• Presents constructive feedback regarding system or process failures and participates in resolution in a proactive and positive manner.
• Responds to all reasonable requests in an appropriate and timely manner and communicates in a concise and positive way.
• Assists in on-job training and education of Therapy Technicians, Students and/or Nursing Staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. Accepts additional responsibility as appropriate.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.