Licensed Speech Language Pathologist - SLP

Empower Communication and Reclaim Lives in Durham, North Carolina - Become Our Speech Language Pathologist

Overview

Imagine a career that allows you to give a voice to those who need it most. As a Speech Language Pathologist in the lively community of Durham, North Carolina, your contributions transcend traditional therapy; they bring hope, restore confidence, and fortify bonds among individuals, whether they're children uttering their first words or older adults restoring their independence.

This dynamic position presents the chance to work with diverse populations across various stages of life, offering outpatient therapy while also providing timely inpatient assistance. Whether your enthusiasm lies in developing pediatric language skills, addressing adult neurogenic communication issues, or assisting seniors with cognitive-linguistic challenges, you will find a rewarding career path and ample flexibility here.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough evaluations for patients from pediatric to adult and geriatric demographics using both standardized assessments and observational methods.
• Design tailored treatment plans that cater to immediate and enduring communication, cognitive, or swallowing objectives.
• Deliver one-on-one speech therapy sessions focused on communication techniques, language strategies, fluent speech enhancement, vocal rehabilitation, and swallowing interventions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of physical and occupational therapists, nurses, physicians, families, and caregivers to formulate integrated care approaches.
• Educate patients and their families to facilitate progress beyond the clinical setting.
• Assist with occasional inpatient speech therapy evaluations, ensuring a seamless continuity of care throughout the patient's journey.
• Maintain precise and prompt documentation in accordance with state, federal, and institutional regulations.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through continued learning and collaboration with peers.

Qualifications

Licensure and Certification

Skills

Benefits Offered

Your Next Journey Awaits - Join Us

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will do more than deliver therapy; you will join a community that is dedicated to amplifying voices, fostering connections, and creating cherished moments through understanding and communication.

Here, you will work in an environment where clinicians genuinely treat each other like family, promoting collaboration rather than competition. Every patient has a story, and your expertise can help narrate that journey in powerful ways.

Why Choose Durham, NC for Your Next Chapter

Living and working in Durham means immersing yourself in a vibrant community that combines innovation with rich tradition. Known for its renowned research, emerging tech, and eclectic dining scene, it's a region teeming with opportunities waiting to be seized. Surrounded by beautiful landscapes, parks blossoming with colors, and tranquil rivers, this city serves as a perfect backdrop for both work and play.

Families frequently gather for cultural festivals that celebrate diversity, outdoor enthusiasts enjoy hiking trails and parks, and food lovers indulge in everything from gourmet dining to local food markets. The atmosphere is continuously charged with creativity, innovation, and warmth, making it an exciting place to live and grow your career.

Additionally, professionals benefit from a favorable economic environment, with no state income tax and a cost of living that effectively supports a balanced lifestyle.

Here, whether you're just entering the profession or seeking a fresh adventure in your career, you will discover an abundance of opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Are You the One We Need?

We are inviting applications from individuals who not only chase results but also possess deep empathy. Ideal candidates are those who envision a brighter future for every child who is finding their voice or see resilience in those who strive to recover lost speech.

Whether you're a dedicated pediatric therapist wishing to broaden your practice to adults or a specialist in neuro rehabilitation who wants to introduce early intervention techniques into your skill set, we welcome your passion and expertise.

If your aim is to serve with heart and lead with skill, we're eager to invite you into our caring community.

Let's Collaborate to Find the Right Words

If you recognize that speech extends beyond mere sound, and therapy encompasses more than a set of tasks - if you value trust as a foundation for progress and know that laughter is as vital as language - your next career chapter may very well start here.

Join us in a community that embraces the significance of communication and the courage required to embark on new beginnings. Apply today to bring your unique voice to our team and support others in discovering their own.