Speech Pathologist - Acute Care - Community Memorial Hospital - South Hill, at VCU Health

South Hill, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Speech Pathology, Patient Care, Communication Disorders, Swallowing Disorders, Assessment, Treatment Planning, Documentation, Patient Education, Team Collaboration, Leadership, Mentorship, Clinical Skills, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Research Participation, Flexibility

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

**$10,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by February 28, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply.** The Speech Pathologist II job is an experienced therapist who is able to independently adapt intervention to meet specific patient’s needs. The Speech Pathologist is able to provide coverage in their primary setting, but also as needed throughout the hospital/rehab/outpatient settings with minimal-moderate amount of support and training from mentors, peers or the manager. The Speech Pathologist also assumes basic leadership roles within the department, demonstrates flexibility, exercises good judgment, problem solving and works collaboratively with colleagues. The Speech Pathologist II job participates in department projects or events in an efficient and productive manner. This role not only attends educational activities, but also provides in-service education to other staff. At Level II, the Speech Pathologist begins developing the skills to provide student supervision with mentorship of an experienced student supervisor. The Speech Pathologist II job can also participate in research activities at the department level, being mentored as needed by a more experienced Speech Pathologist. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: License (or licensure eligible) from the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in SLP from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a SLP Current CCC in SLP CPR certification Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of experience Previous clinical experience with evaluation/treatment of neurogenic, motor speech, linguistic/cognitive communication disorders and swallowing disorders Previous experience performing swallow studies including MBS and bedside assessments Previous experience planning and executing treatment Experience PREFERRED: Minimum of two (2) years of previous clinical experience Previous experience with trach management as related to swallowing and communication disorders Previous experience managing complex swallowing and/or communication, linguistic/cognitive disorders Minimal novice experience with dysphasia including MBS and bedside swallow evaluations Previous work experience in a similar practice setting (e.g. critical care, long term care, outpatient, etc.) Previous experience with computer-based documentation systems Education/training REQUIRED: Masters Degree from an ASHA accredited program in Speech and Language Pathology Completes required learning exchange courses Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: Performs the following for patients with moderately to significantly complex communication and/or swallowing disorders: schedule frequency and intensity of therapy; select assessment instruments and administer assessment; interpret results; complete documentation; plan and carry out treatment strategies; develop long- and short-term goals; perform patient/family/staff education; report at patient/family/team conferences; and terminate therapy when appropriate. Manages or mentors and provides advice/guidance/training regarding clinical skills, professional practice, ethical behaviors, billing, caseload management, educational opportunities, documentation and patient care for patient issues or when requested by staff. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): SLPs with their CCC’s may provide student supervision if deemed competent to do so by Department Manager or Student Program Coordinator. Additional position requirements: Able to provide services to multiple settings after being oriented and deemed competent for that patient population; this includes covering outpatient, rehab and inpatient areas in addition to SLP’s primary area of practice (i.e. inpatient vs. rehab). Possible weekend rotations required. Age Specific groups served: Varies based on assignment Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change Days EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4. Who We Are Inventing better care, day by day by discovery Sound outrageous? It absolutely is. Sound impossible? That’s never stopped us before. Sound like hard work, intense research, collaboration with experts around the world, sheer brainpower meets unrelenting willpower? That’s. Exactly. Right. We’ll do whatever it takes to offer the best in care and empower the best in quality of life. And it’s an approach that works — whether it’s a patient who undergoes a new, life-saving procedure or a clinical researcher who finds promise in a new cancer treatment, exciting new medicine is happening at VCU Health. We have it all: • One college and four health sciences schools • An academic medical center • A Level I trauma center • One of only two NCI-designated cancer centers in Virginia • The region’s only full-service children’s hospital • More than 800 physicians in 200 specialties • With a community health center, dedicated research teams, facilities and valued partners in every field Our medical teams are top notch. And we’re not too shy to boast of internationally known physicians, some recognized as the best in the country, top-ranked local specialists and all-around all-stars at every level. From our very first years to our most recent advancements, we are driven to learn more, dig deeper, teach passionately and never rest in order to be a true leader in discovering what’s possible in health and recovery. We are a comprehensive system of care and a pioneer of health. Read VCU Health Year In Review for more about our accomplishments.

Responsibilities

The Speech Pathologist II independently adapts interventions to meet patient needs and provides coverage across various settings. They also participate in department projects, provide in-service education, and may supervise students.