Level II - Speech Language Pathologist
Children's Medical Center Dallas
Dallas, TX
5x8 hrs

Job Title & Specialty Area: Speech Language Pathologist II- Hematology-Oncology/Pulmonology Specialist

Department: Acute Care Therapy

Location: Children’s Medical Center Dallas

Shift: Variable shift options: Monday- Friday or Sunday-Thursday; 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children’s Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary:
The incumbent in this position is a senior clinician who is responsible for planning and implementing specific treatment programs for individual patients according to the principles and practices of Speech Language Pathology and collaborating with an interdisciplinary treatment team. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Children's Health philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.

In this role of the service line specialist is to promote best practice through active collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, knowledge of evidence-based practices, and mentoring.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The Speech Language Pathologist Specialist will have an assigned rotation between Hematology-Oncology/Pulmonology departments at the Medical Center in Dallas.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct Speech Language Pathology services to patients in accordance with standards of practice; independently select reliable and valid assessment tools relevant to diagnosis, functional limitation and patient history; demonstrate progression of treatment plan and implementation of appropriate therapeutic interventions; report on patient progress through appropriate written documentation including evaluations forms, progress notes, education forms; collaborate with physicians, patients, family, and other members of health care team relative to patient treatment and progress as well as other affiliated agencies with regard to effective discharge planning; use unscheduled time to flex to other work areas for patient treatment.
• Serve as a preceptor and act as a mentor for new staff therapists, students and rehabilitation aides; train in specialized assessment tools, advanced treatment techniques and/or specialized treatments; plan, implement and coordinate educational programs (including student programs) within assigned area.
• Assist in developing, interpreting, and reviewing policies and procedures of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation department; demonstrate active participation in the department's quality assessment and improvement strategies.
• Ability to meet physical and non-physical demands as outlined in the job description.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area.

How You’ll Be Successful:

WORK EXPERIENCE

• At least 3 years previous Speech Language Pathology experience required.
• Two years of acute care experience and one year of pediatric experience preferred OR
• Two years of pediatric experience and one year of acute care experience preferred.
• Acute care experience within a hospital setting preferred.
• Experience within Hematology-Oncology and/or Pulmonology preferred.

EDUCATION

• Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Graduate or professional work or advanced degree; or equivalent experience preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• License to practice Speech Language in the state of Texas required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from ASHA required.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course through the American Heart Association required.
  
  

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You:

• Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
• 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
• Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
• Caregiver Leave
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement