Speech Language Pathologist Tracheostomy & Dysphagia Program
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST - TRACHEOSTOMY & DYSPHAGIA PROGRAM
THE EDEN OF LAS COLINAS - IRVING, TX
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The Eden of Las Colinas in Irving, TX, is a post-acute care facility with long-term care, short-term care, and geriatric outpatient services provided. We are currently seeking a Full Time Speech-Language Pathologist with experience or a strong clinical interest in tracheostomy management, speaking valve utilization, dysphagia treatment, and airway-swallowing rehabilitation for our in-house rehab program. This position plays a key role in evaluating and treating residents with tracheostomies, helping them improve communication, swallowing safety, respiratory support, and overall quality of life.
The ideal candidate is passionate about providing evidence-based intervention for medically complex patients and enjoys collaborating with nursing, respiratory therapy, physicians, dietitians, and rehabilitation professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Contact Ashley Keenan at [click to reveal phone number] or [click to reveal email address] to learn more/apply!
Duties:
• Evaluate and treat patients with dysphagia, tracheostomy, and related communication and swallowing disorders.
• Provide tracheostomy care management and intervention, including assessment of speaking valve candidacy and tolerance, facilitation of communication, secretion management strategies, and collaboration with interdisciplinary team members to support safe swallowing and respiratory function.
• Monitor, document, and adjust treatment plans for patients with tracheostomies in accordance with physician orders, facility protocols, and evidence-based clinical practice.
• Conduct effective screening and evaluation of patients with physical functioning disorders and/or wound care, developing appropriate care plans adhering to regulatory and clinical standards.
• Deliver rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions to patients with physical functioning disorders and/or wound care, in accordance with regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Administer various procedures as part of the rehabilitation plan, including manual techniques, ambulation, therapeutic exercises, modalities, use of supportive and assistive devices, and wound care.
• Provide consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers regarding physical disorders.
• Generate comprehensive discharge summaries of services provided, ensuring compliance with regulatory and clinical requirements.
Qualifications:
• Speech-Language Pathologist license is required.
• Experience with tracheostomy care, speaking valves, dysphagia management, and related interventions is preferred.
• Candidates with training or clinical interest in tracheostomy management and intervention are encouraged to apply.
At The Eden of Las Colinas, we believe that exceptional care starts with a strong set of values that guide everything we do. As a Speech-Language Pathologist with us, you'll be part of a team that helps drive the CAPLICO values:
Customer Second: We put our team first, knowing that when we take care of each other, we can better serve our clients.
Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and are dedicated to delivering the highest quality care.
Passion for Learning: We are always growing and improving, embracing new knowledge to enhance our skills and stay at the forefront of physical therapy.
Love One Another: We create a supportive and caring environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.
Intelligent Risk-Taking: We are not afraid to challenge the status quo to create innovative solutions for our patients and our practice.
Celebration: We celebrate successes, big and small, and recognize the hard work and dedication of our team members.
Ownership: We take full responsibility for our roles, contributing to a shared vision of excellence in patient care.
Browse our website at [click to reveal website link] and find out why we are truly different in dignifying long term and post-acute care.
Benefits:
We offer a variety of benefits programs to eligible employees. Benefit eligibility varies based on employment status and worked hours and may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield)
- 401k w/ Match
- Paid Time Off
- Unlimited CEU Opportunities
- Career Advancement Opportunities (Clinical and Administrative Growth Pathways)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Scholarship Opportunities
- Employee discounts on gym memberships, entertainment events, hotels, movies, theme parks, cell phones, and much more!
For more information regarding specific benefits offerings, please visit [click to reveal website link]
Eligibility for some benefits dependent on full time employment status.
Disclaimer: Pay rates are competitive and determined by various factors. Please note that any rates labeled as "estimated" are provided by third-party job boards and may not accurately reflect the actual pay rates.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
This job was posted and verified on 11/04/2026