Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for Kingwood, WV

Odyssey Rehab; West Virginia; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey Rehab in Kingwood, West Virginia, seeks a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to organize and conduct speech and swallowing rehabilitation programs. You will evaluate clients, set goals, implement therapy plans, and document progress to maximize rehabilitative outcomes.

The role requires a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology, state licensure or eligibility, and CCC or CF eligibility. You will collaborate with the rehab team and supervise supportive staff while ensuring

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required or eligible for licensure.
• Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) from ASHA or eligibility for Clinical Fellow is required.
• Must be able to practice Speech/Language Pathology per state guidelines.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; good verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate clients and develop treatment goals and plans; document progress.
• Coordinate adaptive communication devices and train clients in use.
• Select activities matching client abilities and interests.
• Collaborate with rehab team to choose best therapy regimen.
• Instruct clients in skills for participation and monitor progress.
• Supervise supportive personnel and maintain equipment and supplies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Licensed or eligible for licensure

CCC from ASHA or Clinical Fellow eligibility

Job description

# Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for Kingwood, WVHot JobKingwood, WV 26537## OverviewPosition TypeFull-TimeEducation LevelGraduate of Speech Language/ PathologyCategoryHealth Care## Description**Job Description: Speech/Language Pathologist****Reports to:** Clinical Manager **JOB SUMMARY:**The Speech/Language Pathologist organizes and conducts speech/language programs for ORTS to facilitate rehabilitation. He/she directs client participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. Also, the Pathologist facilitates the learning of those skills and functions essential for communication and swallowing, to diminish or correct pathology. He/she directs activities to promote and maintain health.**Essential Functions:**1. Evaluates clients, develops appropriate treatment goals and methods, implements the speech therapy treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services; this includes application of therapeutic techniques in areas such as cognitive skills, communication, speech oral motor skills, dysphagia, perceptual abilities, orientation, psychosocial, and functioning.2. Coordinates the acquisition of adaptive communication devices and instructs clients in their use.3. Selects appropriate activities suited to the individual's physical and mental capacity, intelligence level and interest.4. Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each client.5. Instructs client in the skills and techniques required for participation in activities and evaluates client progress, attitudes, and behavior, as related to rehabilitative potential.6. Adapts program according to the needs of individual client.7. Attends and contributes to client care, staffing and other related meetings.8. Conducts training programs and participates in training medical, nursing and other personnel in speech therapy techniques and objectives.9. Requisitions supplies and equipment as necessary.10. Supervises supportive personnel in accordance with state and professional standards.11. Maintains, cleans, identifies, and reports need for repair of equipment, as necessary.12. Puts customer service first: ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individual's needs and rights.## Qualifications1. The Speech/Language Pathologist must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.2. He/she must possess a master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology or related area.3. He/she must possess or be eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech/ Language/Hearing Association or be eligible to participate as a Clinical Fellow.4. He/she must be able and willing to practice Speech/Language Pathology per state guidelines.5. Must possess good organizational and time management skills.6. Must have good verbal and written communication skills.