Speech Pathologist (SLP)

Lifepoint Health®; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) at Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital - Chandler. The role involves evaluating and treating individuals with speech, language, voice and swallowing disorders to support recovery and communication improvement.

The position is full-time and requires state licensure or eligibility, as well as CCC eligibility or CFY accreditation, plus BLS. Join a team focused on high-quality patient care and rehabilitation excellence.

Qualifications

• Licensed or license-eligible as an SLP in the practicing state.
• Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, or related field.
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) eligibility or CFY eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive patient assessments and provides care per physician orders and plan of care.
• Evaluates effectiveness of interventions, modifies treatment to achieve goals, and plans for patient discharge.
• Maintains clear communication with patients, families, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team to support rehabilitation goals.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, program development, and budgeting input.

Job description

The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates and treats individuals with speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders, supporting patient recovery and communication improvement.

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Job Type: Fulltime

Your Experience Matters

Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital - Chandler

is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Dignity Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

How You'll Contribute

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) performs comprehensive patient assessments and provides care in accordance with physician orders and the established plan of care. Responsibilities include evaluating the effectiveness of interventions, modifying treatment as needed to achieve goals, and planning for patient discharge. Effective communication with patients, families, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team is essential to support rehabilitation goals and maximize the benefits of care. The role also includes participation in performance improvement initiatives, program development, and contributing to the cost-effectiveness of departmental services through input into budget planning. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Licensed or license-eligible in the state of practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Bachelor's and Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Communicative Disorders, or a similarly titled field acceptable to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Possess or be eligible for the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA, or be eligible to complete a Clinical Fellowship (CFY)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association

More About

Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art, 40-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness. Rehabilitation programs that provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. Offering customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

EEOC Statement

"Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Dignity Health East Valley Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.