SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST - Home Health Speech Therapy
This position is located in
Lexington, VA. Variable geography based on patient needs. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. 4:30 p.m. as needed. Will work approximately 24 hours per week. Carilion Stonewall Jackson Home Health is seeking a regular part-time, Speech Language Pathologist to join our dynamic team. We take a team-focused approach and bring a strong commitment to skills development in our staff. As a large, integrated comprehensive Clinic, Carilion provides mentorship and varied educational opportunities through
Carilion University and our annual therapy conference. We seek to recognize and empower our staff through a clinical ladder program with opportunities for clinical specialization. Competitive benefits including educational assistance, retirement pension and optional savings plan.
Basic Functions: Confirms and interprets physician referrals, performs patient assessments, plans and implements individualized treatment programs taking into account the patients developmental and/or chronological age and medical diagnoses in accordance with the regulations governing the principles and practice of Speech-Language Pathology.
Education: Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
Experience: One year of clinical experience required. Home Health or Hospice experience preferred. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association; Licensed to practice in the
Commonwealth of Virginia. Valid VA drivers license.
Other Minimum
Qualifications:
Effective interpersonal, communication, customer service and teamwork skills required. CPR (from a Carilion approved program) certified within six months of employment. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills as interaction with internal and external customers is part of job duties. Clear criminal record check required. Service Excellence and Quality are hallmarks of Carilion Clinic. As a team member, you will be expected to consistently deliver the best in care and customer service. As an employee, you will demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with our patients, families, visitors and with each other. Carilion Clinic is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
