Speech Language Pathologist SLP

NHC HealthCare, Charleston; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 96,432 - 103,320; Full time

Job summary

NHC HealthCare, Charleston in Merritt Island is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team. This role focuses on applying therapeutic techniques for patients with speech and language disorders, and includes supervising the Communication Disorders Service.

Successful candidates will hold a relevant master’s degree and have a Certificate of Clinical Competence. Teamwork and patient-centered care are essential in this role, with competitive pay ranging from $70 to $75 per visit, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an approved curriculum in Speech Pathology or equivalent.
• CCC-SP from the American Speech and Hearing Association or eligible for CFY.
• License in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises the Communication Disorders Service Department.
• Provides evaluations and therapy as ordered by the referring physician.
• Evaluates, plans, and carries out therapy programs.
• Participates in the in-service training program for HomeCare personnel.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Therapeutic techniques

Patient evaluation

Communication disorders

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SP)

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist – NHC HomeCare Merritt Island

A different kind of care that ensures you’re surrounded by people who make a difference in your life.

Pay: $70 - $75 per regular visit. Pay is based on experience.

NHC HomeCare Merritt Island is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist, SLP to join our team. The Speech‑Language Pathologist supervises and participates in the application of therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with speech and language disorders, hearing disorders, and oral myofunctional disorders.

Qualifications

• Must have a master’s degree from an approved curriculum in Speech Pathology, or its equivalent.
• Must have a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SP) from the American Speech and Hearing Association or be eligible for a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
• Must be licensed in the state or states in which he/she will work.

Position Highlights and Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises the Communication Disorders Service Department.
• Provides evaluations and therapy as ordered by the referring physician and recommends an appropriate treatment program for the physician’s approval.
• Evaluates, plans, and carries out therapy programs, including the establishment of goals for patients as referred and approved by the physician, with periodic re‑evaluations.
• Participates in the in‑service training program for the HomeCare personnel.

EOE