Speech Language Pathologist (PRN)

Responsible for providing Speech Language Pathology evaluation/treatment, education, training, and testing as well as use of modalities and techniques within scope of practice to promote highest level and safe function as ordered by provider. The Speech Language Pathologist provides services for a variety of patients throughout their continuum of care at MSRH including oncology, neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, ENT, urology, spine, thoracic surgery patient populations, and others as acquired. 

1. Evaluates patients and utilizes a wide variety of therapeutic techniques to assist with progressing and treating patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.  
2. Performs evaluations with special attention to swallowing abilities and oral feeding before discharging.  
3. Documents test results and develops individualized treatment plans which will enhance the patient's abilities in communication and swallowing.  
4.  Confers with associates and institutes treatment utilizing corrective exercises and specialized equipment.  
5. Maintains active support and communication with the patient regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.  
6. Provides patient and parent/caregiver education and training for home exercise programs when appropriate.  
7. Supports the mission, vision, and values of MSRH, with a demonstrated ability to demonstrate a culture of relationship-based care.  
8. Prioritizes patients based on patient’s individual needs as well as colleague/surgeon/provider preference in accordance with MSRH protocols and procedures.  
9. Utilizes evidence-based framework to establish best practices for a wide variety of patients  
10. Performs all other duties as assigned.  

EDUCATION:

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited university program.

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience after Clinical Fellowship Year(CFY) is required, preferably in a hospital setting. FEES and BMSS experience preferred, will provide training.  

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

CCC SLP Certificate Clinic Competence in Speech Language Pathology required
SLP Licensed Speech Language Pathology Upon Hire Req 
BLS Basic Life Support Required

Benefits Overview

UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits. 
Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. 
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist. 
Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates. 
Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers. 
Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

• Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
• Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
• Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
• Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.

FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.  ​​​ Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets,