Speech-Language Pathologist (GS-13) - West Palm Beach Healthcare System Provides advanced diagnostic and treatment services for complex speech, language, voice, swallowing, and cognitive-communication disorders. Leads specialized clinical programs, supports clinical education programs, evaluates outcomes, guides interdisciplinary teams, and serves as a clinical resource to support high-quality Veteran care.
This recruitment is to announce the GS-13 Advanced Practice Speech-Language Pathologist position within the Audiology and Speech Pathology Service.
The role carries specialized clinical and administrative responsibilities in the assessment and management of neurogenic communication disorders, including but not limited to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) with interdisciplinary clinic coordination, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) evaluation and device management, and Polytrauma rehabilitation including mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI).
The incumbent supports advanced program functions essential for maintaining high-quality care delivery and ongoing training programs funded by OAA. Major Duties Perform advanced differential diagnosis and evidence-based treatment for complex speech, language, voice, swallowing, and cognitive-communication disorders. Lead specialized clinical program operations and ensure coordinated workflows across interdisciplinary teams.
Develop program goals, set priorities, and communicate objectives to staff and stakeholders. Gather, analyze, and evaluate outcome data to monitor and improve program quality and effectiveness. Serve as a primary clinical resource to other health-care providers regarding specialized speech-language pathology practice. Provide education, consultation, mentorship, and clinical guidance to colleagues, trainees, and students.
Manage complex patient cases requiring advanced clinical judgment, including patients with multiple physical, sensory, motor, cognitive, or swallowing issues. Contribute to quality improvement activities, data collection, outcome monitoring, and program evaluation. Support compliance with VA policies, evidence-based practice standards, and service-level objectives. Support service in obtaining and maintaining ANCDS accrediation.
Work Schedule: Flexible schedule with Ad-Hoc telework options. Ad-Hoc telework may be approved occasionally, depending on operational needs. Compressed/Flexible: Flexible Telework: (Ad-Hoc available) Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 41907F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
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Paula.Velez@va.gov · 813-816-7155 X100173
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $113356 – $147365/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-23.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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