Speech Language Path Acute PRN

About the Role

To evaluate patients regarding the application of a wide variety of therapeutic techniques for rehabilitation of speech, language, hearing and oral motor disorders, cognition, and dysphagia.

Core competencies will be assessed primarily on the following patient populations: Cardiac/cardiovascular, neuro, pulmonary, oncology, GI conditions and diseases, developmental delays, CVA/TIA, dysphagia, dysphonia and related disorders.

Responsibilities

• Performs assessments and re-assessments according to unit policy and professional standards of care, collecting accurate subjective and objective data.
• Conducts evaluations and formulates individualized treatment plans, goals, and re-assessments based on current clinical practice standards.
• Identifies and documents potential discharge needs.
• Applies appropriate speech therapy techniques, procedures, exercises, and therapeutic modalities, modifying treatment programs to maximize patient progress.
• Utilizes rehab equipment safely and effectively.
• Completes accurate and timely documentation meeting professional standards.
• Supervises and directs activities of technicians, students, and volunteers.
• Communicates and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team regarding patient status, discharge plans, equipment needs, and recommendations.
• Demonstrates customer service principles and behaviors consistent with Del Sol Medical Center’s vision and values.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Certificate of Clinical Competency or Clinical Fellowship Year by the American Speech Language Hearing Association.
• Licensed by the Texas State Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathology.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• MS/MA in Speech Pathology.

Qualifications

Preferred 1-2 years’ experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of and experience with evaluating patients with speech, language, or dysphagia disorders, especially with a geriatric emphasis.
• Comprehensive understanding of speech therapy principles, oral and pharyngeal anatomy, muscular and nervous systems, and general anatomy and physiology.
• Familiarity with disease and post-surgery conditions affecting speech, language, and swallowing functions.
• Proficiency in medical terminology.
• Ability to motivate and work with handicapped individuals to comply with therapy programs.
• Ability to visualize anatomical structures and assess patient progress using sensory, judgmental, measurable, and verifiable criteria.
• Skill in operating various therapeutic modalities within the department.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish.

Benefits

Del Sol Medical Center offers a total rewards package supporting health, life, career, and retirement:

• Comprehensive medical coverage with low copay or no-cost services, including prescription drug, behavioral health, and telemedicine. Free AirMed medical transportation.
• Dental, vision, life, and disability coverage options.
• Flexible spending accounts and supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity).
• Auto, home, and pet insurance; identity theft protection; legal counseling; long-term care coverage; moving assistance.
• Fertility and family-building benefits through Progyny.
• Free counseling services for emotional, physical, and financial well-being.
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources, and consumer discounts.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Retirement readiness and rollover services, plus preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence).

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

About the Facility

Del Sol Medical Center is a full-service, acute-care hospital in east El Paso, Texas, with a Level II trauma designation and over 300 patient beds. Services include emergency care, cardiac care, women’s services, a Level III NICU, rehabilitation, a bariatric clinic, and a Minimally Invasive Surgery Center. Del Sol is part of Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare and HCA Healthcare, a leading provider recognized for ethical practices and charitable care.