Speech Pathologist Clinical Consultant - ENT (Medical Center)

At Houston Methodist, the Speech Pathologist (SP) Clinical Consultant position is responsible for functioning as a licensed speech language pathologist and provides all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatment and consultation while maintaining and promoting the health of the patient. This position evaluates and develops the therapy plan of care for a broad range of diagnoses and acuities on an outpatient basis. As an experienced Therapist, the SP Clinical Consultant position provides education to patients, patient's family members and collaborates with other health care professionals as needed for problem resolution and/or achievement of identified patient-specific goals. This position assists with development of best practices and process improvement initiatives, as designated.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• SLP - Speech Language Pathologist - State Licensure within 90 days OR
• SLP-Temp - Speech Language Pathologist - Temporary State Licensure within 90 days AND
• ASHA-CCC-SLP - AHSA-Certified Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology AND
• BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

• Ability to work independently, capable of handling challenging/difficult therapy procedures and patient care situations; demonstrates sound judgment and executes experienced clinical skills.

• Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers

• Possesses proficient computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems and standard Rehabilitation equipment.

• Demonstrate professional and technical competence in the selection, evaluation, utilization of treatment plans for increasingly complex patient populations.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform No
• Scrubs Yes
• Business professional Yes
• Other (department approved) Yes

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

• On Call* No

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.