Speech Pathologist (Travel)

Job Details

Posting Number: RTF00199PO26

USC Market Title: Speech-Language Pathologist

Business Title (Internal Title): Speech Pathologist (Travel)

Campus: Columbia

Work County: Richland

College/Division: School of Medicine Columbia

Department: SOMC Brain Health

Anticipated Hiring Range: $76,904 - $115,356

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Hours per Week: 40

Work Schedule:

• Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Type of Staff Position: Staff Time-Limited (STL)

Basis: 12 months

Job Search Category: Other Professional

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits

• South Carolina Retirement: Yes
• State Insurance Programs: Yes
• Annual Leave: Yes
• Sick Leave: Yes

Position Description

The University of South Carolina, Brain Health Network, is looking for a full time Speech Language Pathologist to travel across the state of South Carolina. Under direct supervision, the Speech Language Pathologist works closely with medical providers and primary care teams to provide cognitive assessment care coordination for patient experiencing cognitive issues. Demonstrates commitment to conducting business lawfully and ethically by consistently adhering to compliance policies, procedures and regulations. This position will travel across the state of South Carolina.

Job Related Minimum Required Education And Experience

A post-graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology, current American Speech-Language Hearing Association ( ASHA ) Certificate of Clinical Competence, and current licensure by the South Carolina Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of approved principles, procedures, techniques, and instrumentation used in the individual and group treatment of speech, language, and cognitive disorders.
• Knowledge of classifications, causes, and manifestations of speech, language, and cognitive disorders.
• Knowledge of the principles of psychology and education related to teaching individuals with cognitive impairments.
• Ability to operate equipment and to interpret test results. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, their families, and other staff members.
• Ability to travel to regional practice sites and other outreach destinations.

Job Duties

• Screens, identifies, assesses, interprets and researches disorders of speech, language, and cognitive/communication skills. Essential Function : Yes; Percentage of Time : 30
• Coordinates assessment results with other diagnostic data, including educational, medical, social, and behavioral information. Essential Function : Yes; Percentage of Time : 15
• Consults and participates in interdisciplinary team meetings with medical, educational, and other professional groups on the diagnosis and treatment of speech and hearing impairments. Essential Function : Yes; Percentage of Time : 30
• Facilitates communication and coordinate services between providers and the clients/patients. Coordinates and monitors services, including comprehensive tracking of patients’ compliance in relation to care plan objectives. Essential Function : Yes; Percentage of Time : 25

Position Attributes

Hazardous weather category: Non-Essential

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 10/01/2026

Position End Date: 09/30/2027

Job Open Date: 08/31/2026

Job Close Date: 10/15/2026

Open Until Filled: No

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.