Speech-Language Pathologist

Adelphi is seeking a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide full-time, on-site services at a facility in Cameron County, Texas. The ideal candidate will serve as the facility’s subject matter expert in speech, language, cognitive-communication, swallowing, and related disorders while providing therapeutic rehabilitation services to individuals with communication, dysphagia, social-pragmatic, and cognitive challenges.

Job Quick Facts:

• Reference #: BD-673-66
• Profession: Allied Health
• Specialty: Speech-Language Pathologist
• Location: Cameron County, Texas
• Facility Type: Residential Care Facility
• Coverage Type: On-Site
• Job Type: Full-Time Contract
• Contract Duration: Month-to-month, with option to renew
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
• Start Date: Immediate
• Compensation: $50-$55/hr.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or a related communicative sciences and disorders field
• Current and unrestricted Texas Speech-Language Pathologist license through TDLR
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred
• Current CPR/BLS certification, if required by the facility
• Knowledge of HIPAA requirements and commitment to maintaining resident confidentiality
• Willingness to work on-site with individuals who may have dual diagnoses
• Ability to comply with facility and agency policies
• Compliance with applicable facility and agency health and immunization requirements
• Successful completion of required drug screening, fingerprinting, and background checks
• Completion of all required facility and staffing agency training Responsibilities
• Serve as the facility’s recognized subject matter expert on speech, language, & swallowing disorders.
• Provide rehabilitation services for speech and communication deficits.
• Provide services for dysphagia, social-pragmatic delays, and cognitive difficulties.
• Assess and diagnose speech, language, and cognitive-communication abilities.
• Evaluate related oral, pharyngeal, and esophageal functioning.
• Identify applicable impairments through diagnostic evaluations and assessments.
• Complete accurate, quality documentation in the electronic health record.
• Develop, implement, and oversee therapeutic habilitative and rehabilitative programs.
• Provide clinical speech-language pathology services to facility residents.
• Collaborate with departments, allied health professionals, interdisciplinary teams, & administration.
• Attend assigned meetings to support information transfer and continuity of services.
• Train, instruct, and supervise staff conducting habilitation and rehabilitation activities.
• Ensure activities are performed according to treatment recommendations.
• Monitor implemented programs and plans for compliance and effectiveness.
• Support quality of care and resident well-being.
• Provide feedback to staff implementing therapeutic programs.
• Update, revise, or develop programs and treatment protocols based on outcomes.
• Oversee and coordinate quality assurance and quality enhancement activities.
• Support disaster response, recovery, and Continuity of Operations activation when required.
• Work alternate shifts or locations when required during emergency operations.