Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Title: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Job Type: Full time

Your experience matters!

AtKindred Hospital - Houston Northwest we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here youre not just valued as an employee but as a person.

Kindred Hospital - Houston Northwest is a long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) located at 11297 Fallbrook Drive in Houston Texas. Its designed for patients with complex medical needs who require extended recovery timeoften following a stay in a traditional hospital ICU.

• Advanced Medical Care: Specializes in treating conditions like respiratory failure sepsis stroke complex wounds and congestive heart failure. Many patients require ventilators dialysis or IV therapy.
• Joint Commission Accreditation: Certified in Long-Term Acute Care with disease-specific certifications in Respiratory Failure and Sepsis reflecting a strong commitment to evidence-based care and quality improvement.

As aSpeech Language Pathologist (SLP)joining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How youll contribute

The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates and treats individuals with speech language voice and swallowing disorders supporting patient recovery and communication improvement.

Essential Functions

• Assess speech language and swallowing abilities.
• Develop and implement treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Provide education to patients and families regarding therapy goals.
• Document evaluations treatments and patient progress accurately.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams on care coordination.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Strong communication skills and clinical judgement required.

Qualifications and requirements:

• Education: Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Experience: Experience in acute or rehab setting preferred.
• License: Current SLP license and ASHA certification.
• Certifications: CPR certification required.

About us
Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Lifepoint Rehabilitationis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.