Speech Therapist (SLP) - Home Health - PRN
ATEX Healthcare·San Antonio, Texas
ATEX Healthcare·San Antonio, Texas
Conduct assessments and implement individualized therapeutic programs to improve communicative and swallowing abilities for patients. Collaborate with the Rehab Director and patient families to coordinate care and ensure positive therapeutic outcomes.
Must hold a current and valid therapy license in the state employed. Possess a master’s degree in Speech Pathology (or equivalent) from a university program accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing-Association (ASHA). A minimum of one (1) year's clinical experience in Speech Therapy. Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills. Possesses and maintains current CPR certification. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Must be capable of performing the job functions of this position with or without accommodations. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Conducts assessments and reassessments of the patient’s communication and swallowing disorders by applying diagnostic and prognostic procedures. Plans, implements, and supervises an individualized therapeutic program designed to restore and/ or improve communicative activities of daily living, and to treat swallowing disorders. Coordinates and collaborates with the Rehab Director, or designed professional, to ensure integration of the therapeutic program in the plan of care. Guides and teaches the patient in techniques, exercises, or precautions designed to improve the patient’s ability to swallow and communicate. Observes, records, and reports the patient’s reaction to treatment and any changes in the patient’s condition or treatment. Documents the extent of the patient’s involvement in the decision affecting his/her care. Instructs other agency personnel and patients’ family members in activities of speech therapy in which they may safely and effectively assist the patient. Participates in patient case conferences to coordinate the patient’s plan of care and promote positive therapeutic outcome. Participates in continuous assessment and evaluation of the agency via Quarterly Record Review, or the quality Assurance/ Improvement Program. Fallows state guidelines and maintains appropriate documentation when supervising an Assistant in speech. Maintain code of ethics set by the American Speech Language Hearing Association. Adhere to all the company’s policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. Qualifications
Must hold a master's degree in Speech Pathology from an ASHA-accredited program and a valid state therapy license. Requires at least one year of clinical experience, current CPR certification, and a reliable insured vehicle.
Market context
Texas allied-health employers often look for CT technologists with current ARRT registration, Texas Medical Board CMRT, AHA BLS, and prior CT experience, so demand tends to favor candidates who already meet core credentialing requirements. These roles are competitive because employers need clinicians who can work independently, maintain imaging quality, and keep pace with patient volume. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm your credentials, then verify any state-specific licensing details before applying.
