What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Speech Pathologist - PRN position at Avita Health System?
Join Our Team at Avita Health System – Avita Galion Hospital
Avita Health System is proud to serve the communities of Crawford and Richland counties through three hospitals and numerous clinic locations. Over the past few years, we’ve tripled in size, now employing over 2,200 team members and more than 160 physicians and advanced practitioners. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to the people who depend on us.
We’re currently seeking a dedicated Pediatric Speech Pathologist to join our Speech & Audiology Department at our Galion location.
Position Overview
Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) are responsible for providing appropriate evaluation, diagnosis, plan of care, and therapeutic interventions in the areas of swallowing, cognitive-linguistic, speech, voice, and language disorders. The SLP will work directly with patients, their families, and collaborate with healthcare providers in providing education, counseling, and facilitation of additional care/intervention as needed.
Qualifications
Required:
- Master’s degree from an approved school of speech/language pathology
- Current State Licensure in Speech Pathology (as Speech Pathologist).
- BLS certification or obtained within thirty (30) days of hire.
- Knowledge of principals and practice of speech pathology.
Preferred:
- Previous experience working as a Speech Pathologist
- Certificate of competence form the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association.
Why Join the Avita Health System Team?
At Avita, we’re committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and empowering environment where every team member plays a vital role in delivering exceptional care to our communities. Whether you're on the front lines or behind the scenes, your work matters here.
What You Can Expect at Avita:
- A collaborative and engaged workplace culture
- Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits
- Generous paid time off (PTO) to support work-life balance
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- 403(b) retirement plans with up to 4% employer match
- Paid parental leave
- Pharmacy discounts for employees
- Free on-site parking
- Opportunities for professional growth and internal advancement
- Recognition programs, including the DAISY Nursing Award for excellence
Join a team that values your contributions and supports your career journey every step of the way.
Job ID: #11029
Location: Avita Galion Hospital – Speech & Audiology Department
Avita Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
PRN day shift