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Speech Language Pathologist
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$84,202 / year median in Virginia
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Description Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team on a full-time basis. This role focuses on evaluating, diagnosing, and treating individuals with communication, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders. The ideal candidate is patient-centered, collaborative, and committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.- Evaluate and diagnose speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and goals
- Provide therapy services to pediatric and/or adult patients (depending on setting)
- Document evaluations, treatment sessions, and progress notes in a timely and compliant manner
- Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans and strategies for carryover
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members (PT, OT, physicians, educators, etc.)
- Maintain compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations and ethical standards
Requirements Required Skills/Abilities:
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- Current state licensure (or license-eligible) as a Speech-Language Pathologist
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
- Experience in [outpatient / school / home health / SNF] setting preferred but not required
- Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills
- Passion for patient care and clinical excellence
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift, assist, and transfer patients as required
- Prolonged standing, walking, and manual therapy activities
- Ability to demonstrate therapeutic exercises and techniques Other duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.