VHC Health·Arlington, Virginia
Perform thorough evaluations of patients to establish goals and treatment plans within the Rehabilitation Department. Supervise supportive personnel and assist with administrative and educational programs.
Position Title: Speech-Language Pathologist, Inpatient Rehab Unit (Per-Diem)
Purpose & Scope: The Speech-Language Pathologist's function is to perform a thorough evaluation of patients assigned to him / her, to establish goals and plans of treatment to meet the needs of said patient as outlined in the Rehabilitation Department Procedures / Operational Guidelines Manual, to delegate responsibilities and supervise supportive personnel, to assist in administrative tasks, and to participate in educational and orientation programs.
Bachelor's degree is required. Master's degree in speech language pathology is required.
At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.\nIn addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.\nVHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.\nThe posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law.\nVHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.\nVHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.
Requires a Master's degree in speech language pathology and licensure from the Virginia Department of Health Professions. One year of acute care experience and BLS certification are preferred.
Market context
In Virginia, inpatient rehab speech-language pathologist roles are typically driven by ongoing needs in hospitals and rehabilitation settings, especially for candidates who can support medically complex patients. These positions are competitive because employers often prefer a master’s degree, Virginia licensure, acute care experience, and BLS certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and highlight any inpatient or acute care experience in your application.