Per Diem
Company: Memorial Hermann Health System
Location: Houston
Posted on: October 5, 2024
Job Description:
Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a per diem / prn
Speech Language Pathologist for a per diem / prn job in Houston,
Texas.Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: Ongoing
- Up to 40.00 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Per DiemAt Memorial Hermann, we pursue a
common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while
creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community.
When we say every member of our community, that includes our
employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard
and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed
expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion,
personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career
and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now
and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our
team.
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 seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our
acute care team at our Southeast Hospital Minimum PRN shift
commitments are 2 weekend day shifts (Saturdays and/or Sundays) per
6 week scheduling period. Hours are 8am - 4:30pm but are
flexible.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited university-based
Speech/Language pathology program and be awarded a Masters 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.
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.
- Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our
community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe,
caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and
colleagues.
- Other duties as assigned.Memorial Hermann Health System Job ID
#100155339. Posted job title: prn speech language pathologistAbout
Memorial Hermann Health SystemCompany Overview:Charting a better
future. A future that's built upon the HEALTH of our community.
This is the driving force for Memorial Hermann, redefining health
care for the individuals and many diverse populations we serve. Our
6,600+ affiliated physicians and 33,000+ employees practice the
highest standards of safe, evidence-based, quality care to provide
a personalized and outcome-oriented experience across our more than
270 care delivery sites. As one of the largest not-for-profit
health systems in Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has an
award-winning and nationally acclaimed Accountable Care
Organization, 17* hospitals and numerous specialty programs and
services conveniently located throughout the Greater Houston area.
Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center is one of the nation's
busiest Level I trauma centers and serves as the primary teaching
hospital for McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. For more than 114
years, our focus has been the best interest of our community,
contributing more than $411 million annually through school-based
health centers and other community benefit programs. Now and for
generations to come, the health of our community will be at the
center of what we do - charting a better future for all.*Memorial
Hermann Health System owns and operates 14 hospitals and has joint
ventures with three other hospital facilities, including Memorial
Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Memorial Hermann Surgical
Hospital Kingwood and Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation
Hospital-Katy.Our MissionMemorial Hermann Health System is a
non-profit, values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated
to improving health.Our VisionTo create healthier communities, now
and for generations to come.Our ValuesCommunity: We value diversity
and inclusion and commit to being the best healthcare provider,
employer and partner.Compassion: We understand our privileged role
in people's lives and care for everyone with kindness and
respect.Credibility: We conduct ourselves and our business
responsibly and prioritize safety, quality and service when making
decisions.Courage: We act bravely to innovate and achieve
world-class experience and outcomes for patients, consumers,
partners and the community.Benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- 403b retirement plan
- Health Care FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
- School loan reimbursement
Keywords: Memorial Hermann Health System, The Woodlands , Per Diem, Other , Houston, Texas
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