Supervisory Speech-Language Pathologist

Quick Facts

• Role: Supervisory Speech-Language Pathologist (clinical and administrative leadership for an Audiology program)

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm

• Telework: Ad hoc (may be approved)

Description

Provide clinical and administrative leadership for the Audiology program to ensure comprehensive, Veteran-centered audiological services that are safe, ethical, timely, evidence-based, and culturally responsive. Establish, implement, and monitor clinical standards, practices, workflows, and procedures aligned with VHA requirements and professional standards, and oversee integration of audiology services across the medical center and satellite sites. Serve as the senior subject-matter expert for complex cases (diagnostics, hearing rehabilitation, amplification, cochlear implant services, tinnitus, vestibular assessment) and support adoption of emerging technologies and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage audiology program delivery for Veterans

• Maintain clinical standards and workflows consistent with current evidence and VHA requirements

• Provide expert consultation for complex audiology conditions and care areas

• Ensure safe, ethical, Veteran-centered, culturally responsive service delivery

• Coordinate and integrate audiology services across facilities

• Improve access to care and support appropriate utilization while identifying barriers to timely care

• Serve as senior audiology subject matter expert for leadership and interdisciplinary teams

• Ensure proper use, maintenance, and clinical application of audiological equipment and technology

• Support emerging technologies, evidence-based practices, and innovative approaches

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship

• Proficiency in written and spoken English

• Pass background/security investigation and pre-employment physical

• Selective Service registration for eligible applicants

• Seasonal influenza vaccination required

• Complete VA onboarding and meet identification requirements

• Hold a full, current, unrestricted U.S. speech-language pathology license (or qualify via permitted temporary graduate SLP pathway)

• Education: master’s (or equivalent) with required experience, or doctoral degree in speech-language pathology/communication disorders (or related field)

Benefits

A federal employee benefits package is provided; eligibility depends on the position type.