Speech Language Pathologist

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Speech-Language Pathologist at Ocean Beach Health! Are you a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist ready to make a meaningful impact across the full continuum of care? Step into a role where your expertise transforms lives - from helping patients regain their voice to supporting safe swallowing and communication - all while working in a supportive, close-knit environment that feels like family. At Ocean Beach Health, we're a mission-driven, non-profit organization committed to compassionate, patient-centered care. Join a collaborative team where your skills, passion, and professional growth truly matter. Why This Role Is Exceptional Make a profound difference by supporting patients with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing needs. Work across diverse settings - acute inpatient, swing bed/skilled, and outpatient - offering variety and professional challenge. Enjoy a collaborative environment that values teamwork, autonomy, and evidence-based practice. As a non-profit, you may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program - a major long-term benefit. What You'll Do Conduct comprehensive evaluations using standardized assessments, clinical observation, and patient history. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve communication and swallowing function. Provide therapy to enhance speech clarity, fluency, voice quality, expressive/receptive language, and cognitive-communication skills. Treat swallowing disorders and support safe, effective feeding strategies for adult and pediatric patients as appropriate. Educate patients, families, and caregivers on communication techniques, home programs, and safety recommendations. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care. Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with hospital, state, and federal standards. What You'll Bring Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or related field. Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA. Current Washington SLP license or eligibility to obtain. Current BLS certification (or ability to obtain upon hire). Experience in inpatient, acute care, skilled nursing, or outpatient settings preferred. Dysphagia assessment and management experience preferred. Experience in rural healthcare or Critical Access Hospital settings a plus. Strong communication, organization, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills. Why Ocean Beach? When you join us, you're not just starting a job - you're embracing a lifestyle. Live and work on the stunning Long Beach Peninsula, nestled in Pacific County in Washington's Pacific Northwest. Here, you'll enjoy: Breathtaking coastal views and endless outdoor recreation. A welcoming community with small-town charm and big-city access (near Portland and Seattle). A workplace where your contributions are valued and your well-being matters. Benefits That Show We Care Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance. Generous PTO and 10 paid holidays annually. Retirement plan with a 5% employer match after one year. 8 hours of paid volunteer time annually. Short-term disability, EAP services, and more. Ready to Make a Difference? This is your opportunity to join a compassionate, mission-driven team where your voice matters and your work changes lives every day. Step into a role that offers purpose, growth, and the chance to truly make an impact. Apply now and begin your next adventure with Ocean Beach Health! For more information, contact Human Resources at Employment@OceanBeachHospital.com Equal Opportunity & Pre-Employment Requirements Ocean Beach Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, including testing for marijuana, in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policies.