Speech Therapist

CJW Medical Center; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) plan with matching

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

CJW Medical Center is seeking a Speech Therapist (SLP) to join Johnston-Willis Hospital. This entry-level position focuses on providing evidence-based care to enhance patients' communication, cognition, and swallowing abilities. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, developing individualized treatment plans, documenting progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Preferred qualifications include licensure in Virginia and relevant certifications. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Current Commonwealth of Virginia licensure to practice.
• Speech Pathology certification from the American Speech‑Language and Hearing Association.
• Completion of the National Registration Examination.
• American Health Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities.
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans.
• Document evaluations and progress updates accurately.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals and strategies.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate care.

Skills

Communication skills

Cognitive assessment

Swallowing assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in speech pathology

Job description

Job Overview

Join Johnston‑Willis Hospital as a Speech Therapist (SLP). Provide evidence‑based care to improve patients’ communication, cognition, and swallowing abilities while working with a collaborative rehabilitation team in a well‑resourced environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities using structured assessments and standardized tools.
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans that support communication clarity, safe swallowing, and functional progress.
• Document evaluations, daily notes, progress updates, and discharge summaries with accuracy and timeliness.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals, safety recommendations, home strategies, and expected progress.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, rehabilitation staff, and care managers to coordinate care and ensure smooth transitions.
• Provide appropriate treatment per the established treatment plan.
• Complete medical records in accordance with department policy.
• Demonstrate fiscal responsibility.
• Follow department policy.
• Demonstrate effective communication.
• Engage in continuing education and professional learning.
• Participate in the student program.
• Accountable for productivity.
• Participate in department operations and program development.

Qualifications

• No experience required for an entry‑level position.
• Preferred: at least one (1) year in adult physical dysfunction and pediatrics.
• Current Commonwealth of Virginia licensure to practice.
• Speech Pathology certification issued by the American Speech‑Language and Hearing Association.
• Completion of the National Registration Examination.
• American Health Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification.

Education

• Graduate of a masters‑level accredited speech pathology curriculum.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
• Well‑being support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, employee stock purchase plan, flexible spending accounts, and retirement readiness tools.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, and dependent scholarship programs.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, and identity theft protection.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.