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Vail Health Hospital

Speech Language Pathologist

Vail Health Hospital, Edwards, Colorado, United States, 81632

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Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state‑of‑the‑art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail.

Join Our Team as a Speech‑Language Pathologist We’re looking for a skilled and compassionate Speech‑Language Pathologist to join our team and provide high‑quality therapy services across our clinics. In this role, you’ll evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, deliver evidence‑based interventions, and support continuity of care through strong communication and collaboration. You’ll also help promote our services and uphold the values that guide our organization every day.

What You’ll Do

Evaluate patients using appropriate tests and measures to determine functional levels, therapy needs, and recommended treatment or discharge plans

Apply appropriate care protocols that address the physical, psychosocial, and developmental needs of each patient

Develop and implement individualized speech therapy interventions based on evaluations, physician orders, and patient goals

Perform speech therapy techniques and procedures safely and competently

Ensure continuity of care through clear written and verbal communication with other healthcare professionals

Document evaluations, progress notes, and procedures within required timeframes and submit daily billing

Educate patients and families on home programs to support ongoing progress

Facilitate smooth referrals across the organization for speech therapy services

Model the principles of a Just Culture and uphold organizational values

Perform other duties as assigned; must maintain HIPAA compliance

This description reflects the general nature and level of the role and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities or working conditions.

What You’ll Bring Experience

3 years of experience as a Speech Therapist required

Licenses

Licensed as a Speech‑Language Pathologist in the state of Colorado required

Certifications

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required

Computer / Typing Skills

Ability to obtain necessary computer skills within 90 days to complete online learning, access forms and policies, and manage benefits enrollment

Working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking

Education

No specific education requirements listed beyond licensure.

Benefits at Vail Health (Full Time) Include:

Competitive Wages & Family Benefits

Competitive wages

Parental leave (4 weeks paid)

Housing programs

Childcare reimbursement

Medical

Vision

Educational Programs

Tuition Assistance

Existing Student Loan Repayment

Specialty Certification Reimbursement

Annual Supplemental Educational Funds

Paid Time Off

Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.

Retirement & Supplemental Insurance

403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching

Life insurance

Short and long‑term disability

Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More

Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement

Recreation discounts

Pet insurance

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per year.

Yearly Pay: $89,315.20 - $123,260.80 USD

As set forth in Vail Health Hospital’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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