Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Odessa, TX

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant - Odessa, TX

Compensation:  $48 to $55 per hour with a $1,500 sign-on bonus

Benefits:

  • 401k (5% matching & fully vested after 3 years)
  • Primary Medical Insurance - Paid by employer
  • Basic Life insurance  - Paid by employer
  • CCU Packages for $1500/year 
  • Paid Leaves on Holidays
  • License Renewal and Professional Membership Dues
  • All other optional benefits:
  1. Dental and Vision insurance
  2. STD/LTD
  3. Voluntary Life 
  4. Critical Illness
  5. Voluntary Accident
  6. AFLAC- All policies

Overview: Nexus HR is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant in Odessa, TX. The ideal candidate is responsible for treating speech, language, social communication, and cognitive-communication disorders in children as outlined in the plan of care set forth by the Speech Language Pathologist. 

About the Job

The Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant is responsible for implementing and documenting treatment. Responsible for communicating with patients, families, and other health care professionals regarding treatment and progress.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide patient care by implementing treatment plans set forth by the Speech Language Pathologist
  • Complete daily documentation of treatment on time. 
  • Provide Speech therapy services in a manner consistent with the ASHA code of ethics and standards set forth by the State Board of Examiners
  • Established and maintained effective communication with physicians, other therapy team members, patients, and their families to enhance patient care
  • Maintain current license through professional development and continuing education
  • Follow and maintain procedures outlined in the Permian Basin Human Resource Manual, Standard Operating Procedures and Safety Manual
  • Preserved and protected patient confidentiality by complying and adhering to prescribed policies, procedures, and HIPAA regulations outlined by Permian Basin Rehabilitation 
  • Center
  • Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
  • Comply with all safety and infection control procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Demonstrate professionalism and maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned by the Clinic Director or Executive Director

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program
  • Current Texas License as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
  • Knowledge of the etiology and treatment of communication disorders
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Basic computer skills
  • Effective time management skills
  • Citizen of the USA or authorized to work in the USA

Pay:

  • $48 to $55 per hour with a $1,500 signing-on bonus

Schedule:

  • 7:30 am to 6 pm Monday to Thursday
  • Full-time = 30 to 38 hours/week
  • Part-time =  under 30 hours/week

Work Location:

  • Onsite, Odessa, TX 79761