Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Care

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!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required

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

• Experience
  New graduates are welcome to apply (intern license)

• 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.
• 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.

Preferred

• Experience
  1 year of hospital experience is preferred.

• Licenses and Certifications
  New graduates are welcome to apply (intern license), though at least 1 year of hospital experience is preferred. Upon Hire

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. Tolerates diversity within the work environment and consistently deals with all customers in a respectful manner.
• 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 Statement
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.

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!