HOME HEALTH SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

South Peninsula Hospital
US - Alaska - Homer
July 3, 2024

3596

HOME HEALTH SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (REQ 3596) INTERNAL

HOME HEALTH SERVICES Homer, AK Clinical Professional Part Time, Days, 20/week 0800-1630 Req # 3596

POSITION PURPOSE:

Identify and treat communication and swallowing impairments. A Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) seeks to improve communication skills through vocal exercises and cognitive therapies. Patients undergoing treatment with a SLP may have an articulation, language, fluency, resonance or mechanical disorder which prevents patients from being understood, understanding others, or swallowing and managing oral intake. The SLP works with Home Health patients according to the professional standards of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA).

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Post graduate degree from an accredited university recognized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is required.
Two or more years' experience in Speech Language Pathology preferred.
Alaska license in Speech-Language Pathology required.
The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) is required.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification is required.

ENVIRONMENT:

We invite you to join our team of professionals at South Peninsula Hospital, which is Homer's only Critical Access Hospital and Long Term Care facility. As the largest employer, we offer an extraordinary work/life balance, as well as competitive pay and benefits. Our employees enjoy a rewarding career with astounding opportunities for growth, and the ability to explore the natural habitat and beauty of Alaska.

You will be captivated by Homer, a small, charming seaside community surrounded by gorgeous and bountiful mountains, beaches, glaciers, sea life, wildlife, amazing fishing, and breathtaking views of Kachemak Bay. You will also be impressed with the surrounding schools, museums, art galleries, fine dining, and seaside accomodations. Let your next adventure take you to Homer, Alaska. You will absolutely love it here!

Work, play, and live in beautiful Homer, Alaska, on stunning Kachemak Bay! Wonderful quality of life in Homer - friendly people, quality public schools, comprehensive health and wellness care, a vibrant art community, amazing restaurants and world class recreational opportunities - hiking, fishing (salmon, halibut and more!), kayaking, boating, sightseeing and much more!

South Peninsula Hospital (SPH) is the healthcare provider of choice, with a dynamic and dedicated team committed to service excellence. SPH has been three times named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital out of more than 1,300 critical access hospitals nationwide, based on the iVantage Health Analytic's Hospital Strength survey.

SPH, located in the heart of Homer, Alaska, is a 22-bed Acute Care, 9-bed Emergency Department, 3 room Labor and Delivery, critical access hospital with an attached 28-bed Long Term Care facility. Our staff of over 500 uses state-of-the art technology and equipment to provide services to our rural community of over 15,000 residents. Homer is located on the Kenai Peninsula, and about a four hour drive to Anchorage.

We offer excellent benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, $2,000 annual Health Reimbursement Account, 403b retirement plan, $500 annual Health & Wellness reimbursement, generous paid time off/vacation time, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, and a relocation bonus!

Apply today at
/jobs.sphosp.org/jobs. If you have any questions, please call our Human Resources Department at *** or emailjobs@sphosp.org.

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