NICU Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist — Inpatient Care

TriStar Centennial Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

AirMed medical transportation

401(k) Plan with 100% match on 3% to 9

Education assistance

Time Away From Work Program

Job summary

TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join our patient‑centered team. You will develop therapy programs for pediatric patients with communication, cognitive and swallowing impairments and educate families and staff.

The role requires NICU/pediatric inpatient feeding/swallowing experience, a pediatric hospital background, CCC-SLP, TN license and BLS. You will collaborate with OTs, physicians and nurses, document progress in EMR, and support

Qualifications

• NICU/Pediatric inpatient feeding/swallowing experience required.
• Experience in a children’s hospital setting required.
• ASHA CCC-SLP credential.
• Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, staff and physicians.
• Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology.
• Current Tennessee SLP license.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language evaluations and therapy for pediatric inpatients.
• Conduct feeding/swallowing assessments and VFSS.
• Collaborate with OTs, physicians and nurses.
• Document patient progress and outcomes using EMR; assist discharge planning.
• Educate families and caregivers on therapy plans and progress.
• Complete video fluoroscopic swallow studies according to policy and procedure.

Job description

TriStar Centennial Medical Center in Nashville, TN is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join our patient‑centered team. You will develop therapy programs for pediatric patients with communication, cognitive and swallowing impairments and educate families and staff.

The role requires NICU/pediatric inpatient feeding/swallowing experience, a pediatric hospital background, CCC-SLP, TN license and BLS. You will collaborate with OTs, physicians and nurses, document progress in EMR, and support