SPEECH PATHOLOGIST (PER DIEM)

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k with company match

Health insurance

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Valley Hospital Medical Center in Las Vegas seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to assess and treat cognitive, communication, and swallowing disorders. The role emphasizes goal-directed therapy and evidence-based practice within a teaching hospital setting.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology with ASHA CCC-SLP eligibility, and Nevada licensure with current BLS. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team is essential to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology with ASHA CCC-SLP eligibility or Certification.
• 1–2 years clinical experience preferred.
• Nevada state license to practice and current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive evaluation of cognitive, communication, and swallowing function.
• Deliver goal-oriented, evidence-based treatment to improve communication and swallowing.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to optimize patient care and education.

Skills

Cognition assessment

Swallowing therapy

Communication skills

ASHA awareness

Education

Master’s Degree (ASHA CCC-SLP)

Job description

Responsibilities

Valley Hospital Medical Center

Since 1972, the healthcare professionals at Valley Hospital have provided quality patient care to all who enter our doors. Valley Hospital is located in the center corridor in the heart of the Las Vegas Medical District (LVMD) with 306 acute care beds, including a 48-bed behavioral health unit. As a teaching hospital with graduate medical education, a new pharmacy residency program and over 600 multidisciplinary clerkships and internships offered annually, we focus on the use of evidence-based medicine and the importance of following clinical pathways that research has shown to be effective with most patients.

The Valley Health System

(“VHS”) is an integrated system of care in Las Vegas and Southern Nevada comprised of acute care hospitals, physician practices and a variety of outpatient services. We focus on clearly defined goals designed to bring about exemplary patient care. Since 1979, we have been providing care to the more than two million people living in Southern Nevada and its surrounding communities. VHS is committed to training the next generation of healthcare providers including physicians, nurses, therapists and others in the allied health support services. The talent and dedication of the over 10,000 employees of VHS is what makes the company unique. VHS is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (“UHS”).

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

Benefit Highlights

• A rewarding and engaging work environment
• Market competitive compensation and generous paid time off
• Time Off Benefit Opt Out Program in exchange for a 9% differential in pay
• Educational and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
• Career growth and development opportunities within the hospital and VHS
• Comprehensive insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug coverage, plus HSA savings account
• Additional insurance options such as life insurance, dependent life insurance, supplemental life insurance, accident insurance and critical illness insurance
• Voluntary benefits including Auto, Home, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers resources for emotional health, everyday living, caregiving, personal well-being, legal and financial consultations and work-related issues available to all employees and their family members
• Additional health and wellness benefits such as RethinkCare, Inflection, Sword Thrive, and Livongo
• Adoption & Fertility Assistance programs
• 401k with company match
• Discounted UHS stock purchase plan
• Exclusive employee discounts on electronics, entertainment, health & wellness, and more
• More Information is available on our Benefits Guest website: benefits.uhsguest.com

Disclaimer

Benefits may vary depending upon employment status, position, and effective date during employment.

Job Description

Responsible for providing a comprehensive evaluation of cognitive, communication skills and/or swallowing function and providing goal-oriented treatment to facilitate maximum communication and/or swallowing potential.

Qualifications

Education

Master’s Degree from a university program satisfying the ASHA academic and intern requirements for the Certificate of Clinical Competence.

Experience

One (1) to two (2) years experience preferred.

License/Certification

Nevada State License as a Certified Speech Pathologist. ASHA CCC-SLP certification or in the process of completing Clinical Fellowship year. Current BLS certification.

Other

Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department.

EEO Statement

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