Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN

Lifepoint Health®; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 64,747 - 86,788; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to assess patients, develop care plans, and deliver therapy under physician orders. The role emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration and patient-centered goals.

The position requires ASHA eligibility, state licensure, CPR certification, and a commitment to safety and quality. Centra offers comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Speech-Language Pathology or ASHA-approved equivalent.
• ASHA CCC or CFY eligibility to participate as CFY.
• Licensed or eligible for state licensure.
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessment.
• Establishes a plan of care.
• Provides care per physician orders and plan of care.
• Assesses treatment effectiveness and adjusts plan.
• Plans for patient discharge and communicates with patient and family.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.
• Contributes to department budgeting and cost management.
• Provides education to patients and families about needs.
• Ensures safety and compliance with standards.
• Leads and coordinates staff and interns.
• Participates in quality improvement processes and hospital initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA CCC or CFY eligibility

Licensed in state

Tools

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Schedule: PRN, Days

How You'll Contribute

• Performs patient assessment.
• Establish a plan of care.
• Provides care in accordance with physician's orders and established plan of care.
• Assesses the effectiveness of treatment and modifies treatment to achieve goals.
• Plans for patient discharge. Communicates with patient, family, caregivers, significant other, and members of the healthcare team to achieve rehabilitation goals and promote maximum benefits of care.
• Participates in performance improvement and program development activities.
• Provides input into the budgetary planning process; contributing to cost effectiveness of services and programs provided by the department.
• Assesses educational needs of the patient, family, caregiver, or significant other and provides education to meet those needs.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with appropriate and approved safety standards.
• Utilizes the appropriate leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff. Coordinates and supervises appropriate levels of staff including interns, students, and volunteers.
• Participates in and contributes to quality improvement processes for the department and the institution.
• Other duties as assigned.

Why join us

• 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.
• Brand new facility: Brand new hospital, built from the ground up, with cutting edge equipment and technology!

What We're Looking For

• A Bachelor's and Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Communicative Disorders, or similarly titled area that is consistent and acceptable to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• Possess or eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or be eligible to participate as an ASHA Clinical Fellow (CFY).
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in state.
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR card.

Hourly range: $55.00

Centra Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Centra 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.