Speech Pathologist (PRN)

Speech Pathologist- PRN

Your experience matters, Wythe County Community Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Speech Pathologist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Speech Pathologist who excels in this role:

-Evaluates and treats patient populations for swallowing, speech-language and therapy needs

-Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.

-Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient and family.
-Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress.
-Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services.
-Supervises activities of clinical fellows, students, and other support personnel.

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 - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.

· Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for:

Applicants should have a Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Current VA license.

Additional requirements include:

· Basic Life Support certification is required within 60 days of hire.

More about Wythe County Community Hospital

WCCH is a 100-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Wythe County community for over 53 years. We are proud to be recognized by Joint Commissions Gold Seal of Approval, Leapfrog Safety Grade A and a National Quality Leader by LifePoint Health.

EEOC Statement

Wythe County Community Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WCCH is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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.