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Speech Language Pathologist

Ballinger Memorial Hospital

Abilene, TX
11 days ago

Job Description

Join Ballinger Memorial Hospital as a Speech Language Pathologist to assess, diagnose, and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in a supportive healthcare environment while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Evaluate patients' speech, language, communication, and swallowing abilities
  • Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings
  • Provide therapy and interventions to improve patients' functional communication skills
  • Monitor and document patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed
  • Stay updated on current research and best practices in speech-language pathology

Required Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
  • Licensed by the Texas Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
  • Proficiency in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
  • Compassion and patience in working with patients of all ages and backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1 year experience preferred, but not required

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salariesMedical, dental, and vision insurance for Full-Time employeesShort term disability and cafeteria plans$40,000 life insurance for Full-Time employeesLong-term disability for Full-Time employeesTCDRS retirement plan with generous employer contribution