Speech-Language Pathologist: Patient-Centered Rehab Leader

WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients requiring speech-language-swallowing therapy. The role involves coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team, documenting in the EMR, and supervising students as needed.

Licensure across applicable states is required, with ASHA CCC within 48 months and BLS within 30 days of hire. The position aligns with the hospital’s rehabilitation services program and continuous quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Current SLP licensure in the applicable state.
• ASHA CCC within 48 months or must obtain within 48 months of hire.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive-linguistic needs and develops treatment plans.
• Provides coordinated patient care within an interdisciplinary team approach.
• Documents all treatments in the hospital EMR according to policy.
• Supervises graduate assistants/interns; assigns schedules and provides feedback.
• Participates in the Rehabilitation Services PI program to ensure timely, cost-effective services.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient care

Education

SLP licensure in applicable state

ASHA CCC within 48 months

BLS certification

Job description

WVU Medicine Uniontown Hospital is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients requiring speech-language-swallowing therapy. The role involves coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team, documenting in the EMR, and supervising students as needed.

Licensure across applicable states is required, with ASHA CCC within 48 months and BLS within 30 days of hire. The position aligns with the hospital’s rehabilitation services program and continuous quality improvement.