Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for Tazewell, VA

Odyssey-Rehabilitation; Tazewell (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey-Rehabilitation in Virginia seeks a licensed Speech/Language Pathologist to organize and conduct speech and swallowing therapy programs for ORTS to aid rehabilitation and functional communication.

The role includes evaluating clients, developing goals, implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, supervising staff, and coordinating adaptive devices. A Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology and CCC or eligibility for Clinical Fellowship are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of practice.
• Certified or eligible for Certificate of Clinical Competency from ASHA, or eligible for Clinical Fellow.
• Eligible to participate as Clinical Fellow under state guidelines.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates clients and develops treatment goals and methods.
• Implements speech therapy plans and completes documentation.
• Coordinates adaptive communication devices and instructs clients in their use.
• Collaborates with rehabilitation team to select appropriate regimens.
• Instructs on participation in activities and evaluates progress.
• Supervises supportive personnel and maintains equipment.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Treatment planning

Documentation

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Customer service orientation

Education

Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology

CCC-A/CCC-SLP or eligible for Clinical Fellowship

Tools

Adaptive communication devices

Job description

Job Description: Speech/Language PathologistReports to: Clinical ManagerJOB 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: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.Coordinates the acquisition of adaptive communication devices and instructs clients in their use.Selects appropriate activities suited to the individual's physical and mental capacity, intelligence level and interest.Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each client.Instructs client in the skills and techniques required for participation in activities and evaluates client progress, attitudes, and behavior, as related to rehabilitative potential.Adapts program according to the needs of individual client.Attends and contributes to client care, staffing and other related meetings.Conducts training programs and participates in training medical, nursing and other personnel in speech therapy techniques and objectives.Requisitions supplies and equipment as necessary.Supervises supportive personnel in accordance with state and professional standards.Maintains, cleans, identifies, and reports need for repair of equipment, as necessary.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.The Speech/Language Pathologist must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state of practice.He/she must possess a master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology or related area.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.He/she must be able and willing to practice Speech/Language Pathology per state guidelines.Must possess good organizational and time management skills.Must have good verbal and written communication skills.