Speech Language Pathologist
Ascension
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Description
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess speech, language, cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders.
Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to restore functional communication and ensure safe swallowing.
Educate and counsel patients and their families on therapy strategies, progress and at-home care techniques.
Collaborate with physicians, therapists and the broader healthcare team to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Speech-Language Pathologist credentialed from the Texas State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Speech language pathologist provisional license will be accepted until license is issued. License must be obtained within 12 months of hire date or job transfer date. Will also accept Texas-Speech Language Pathologist - Intern
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Ascension's Speech Language Pathologist internship in Austin offers hands-on clinical experience within a major nonprofit health system. You'll conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders, then develop and deliver evidence-based treatment plans tailored to restore functional communication and ensure patient safety. The role includes educating patients and families on therapy strategies and at-home care, plus collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate integrated patient care.
To qualify, you'll need Texas state credentials as a Speech Language Pathologist (provisional license accepted during the application process, with full licensure required within 12 months) and BLS certification obtained within 30 days of your start date. On the education side, you'll need either a high school diploma or equivalent plus two years of relevant experience, an associate's or technical degree, or four years of directly applicable job experience. This is an in-office position, so you'll be based in Austin throughout the internship.
Typical pay for this role
$80,000
Typical range: $80,000 to $100,000
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