Speech Language Pathologist I (SLP) - Kenansville

Job Description

ECU Health

About ECU Health Duplin Hospital

ECU Health Duplin Hospital is an 81-bed facility located in Kenansville, North Carolina. The 15-bed emergency department serves approximately 25,000 patients per year. In addition to providing general medical and surgical services, ECU Health Duplin Hospital offers chemotherapy and other cancer infusion interventions and has earned national designation as a Primary Stroke Center.

Position Summary

Responsible for administering diagnostic and habilitative/ rehabilitative services to patients referred for services and maintaining records pertinent to such services. Observes, evaluates and documents diagnostic and treatment effects. Consults with supervisor on all pertinent matters for program and professional development (i.e. research projects, expansion of programs, record keeping, policies and procedures, etc.). Will also be involved in team dynamics and participate in interdisciplinary activities when appropriate.

Minimum Requirements

Speech Language Pathologist I: 

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology OR Master's degree in Communication Science and Disorders is required.
• Less than three years of licensure
• Current Speech Language Pathology License issued by NCBOESLPA is required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology awarded by ASHA is required, or must be obtained within one year of hire.

Speech Language Pathologist II: 

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology OR Master's degree in Communication Science and Disorders is required- or higher.
• Three or more years and less than 5 years of licensure.
• Current Speech Language Pathology License issued by NCBOESLPA is required.

Speech Language Pathologist III: 

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology OR Master's degree in Communication Science and Disorders is required or higher.
• Five years and less than ten years of licensure.
• Current Speech Language Pathology License issued by NCBOESLPA is required.
• American Speech and Hearing Association Certification

Speech Language Pathologist IV: 

• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology OR Master's degree in Communication Science and Disorders is required.
• Current Speech Language Pathology License issued by NCBOESLPA is required.
• Ten or more years of licensure.

Other Information

• Primary Shift: Day; 4 days per week, with on call weekend rotation
• On Call: Yes
• Weekends: Rotating
• Speech Language Pathology Department 
• Great benefits

General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.

Contact Information

For additional information, please contact:

Nadia Moore, BA, MBA, Talent Acquisition Consultant

ECU Health Talent Acquisition

Email: [email protected]