Speech Language Pathologist - PRN - Texas Health Resources : Job Details

25006846Speech Language Pathologist - PRNBring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + TogetherWork location: Texas Health Alliance 10864 Texas Health Trail TX 76244Participates in orientation and training of less experienced staff, students, volunteers and observers.

• Responsible for care provided under their direction, including that provided by licensed assistants and therapy technicians
• Attends and/or leads hospital, department, and community meetings / educational in-services
• Meets established productivity targets
• Represents department in a positive manner to hospital/system/community
• Completes assigned work within scheduled hours and offers assistance to others to ensure departmental work is accomplished
• Seeks assistance/supervision/consultation as needed and reports to supervisor any problems and/or solutions regarding delivery of patient care
• Willing to be cross-trained to treat any diagnosis or level of care Participates in continuous improvement activities and/or teams
• Demonstrates commitment to the maintenance of a clean, safe work environment that is compliant with departmental, hospital and regulatory agency requirements
• Works in partnership with peers, other disciplines, and departmental personnel. As required, participates appropriately in departmental safety drills / emergency procedures
• Performs Appropriate Documentation. Documents all aspects of assessment, plan of care, and re-certifications in accordance with departmental, TJC, Medicare, and other applicable regulatory guidelines
• Documents all aspects of each treatment session in accordance with departmental, TJC, Medicare, and other applicable regulatory guidelines
• Obtains physician signature on all plans care and re-certifications, providing proof of all attempts to obtain signature such as documenting contacts in medical record and retaining fax cover letters
• Accurately submits patient charges and records procedures according to departmental policy
• Documents assessment of education needs, education provided, and patient understanding of education provided in accordance with departmental, TJC, Medicare, and other applicable regulatory guidelines
• Completes discharge summary for each patient in accordance with departmental, TJC, Medicare, and other applicable regulatory guidelines
• Completes all documentation within established time frame. If appropriate, completes all required team documentation including intake process, plan of care, and discharge summary
• As appropriate / required, completes required outcome tools and any additional documentation for outpatients, acute stroke patients and for specialty units/programs (i.e. Lysholme, MDS, DRS, team staffing reports, etc.)
• Documents and reports unusual occurrences, on the job injuries, and medical device malfunctioning
• Other Significant Activities in Addition to Job Responsibilities/Competencies
• Participates in strategies to meet business initiatives and unit/team, program, and department specific goals and targets

At Texas Health Alliance we take seriously our mission to improve the health of those in our community. We are a 101-bed, full-service hospital serving our community since 2012. Our location in North Fort Worth provides convenient care to people in North Fort Worth, Keller, North Richland Hills, Haslet, Roanoke and surrounding areas.If you're looking for women's and infants' services, emergency medicine and cardiac rehab, we've got it. Plus we're a Level III neonatal intensive care unit and provide wellness services, outpatient surgery and women's imaging services.And talk about award winning. Texas Health Alliance is Joint Commission-accredited, a Baby Friendly Facility and a Pathways to Excellence-designated hospital. We are a top-notch choice in North Fort Worth for radiology services, women's and infants' services, wellness services and much more.As part of the Texas Health family, we employ over 24,000 employees and are among the areas top five largest employers. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we continue to provide outstanding care and deliver award winning results. You belong here.Additional Perks Of Being a Texas Health

• Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.
• Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.