Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist: Child-Centered Therapy

Children's National Hospital; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s National Hospital in Fairfax, Virginia, invites applications for a Speech-Language Pathologist IV. The role involves evaluating speech/language in children and delivering remediation for communication disorders under the Speech Director/Division Chair.

Must hold a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology and relevant state licenses with CCC-SLP, with multi-state licensure (DC, MD, VA). Schedule is Monday–Friday with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated flexibility in the evaluation process.
• Shows knowledge of counseling techniques.
• Shows empathy and caring.
• Demonstrates knowledge of theoretical application.
• Demonstrates knowledge of cultural and linguistic diversity.
• Must be available for student/trainee to shadow daily responsibilities.
• Triages questions from staff, outside hospitals and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients using standard and special procedures.
• Use appropriate protocol for age and disorder, complete protocol in a timely fashion.
• Show skills for a variety of disorders and test instruments.
• Use knowledge of cultural linguistic features appropriately in the diagnostic process.
• Use translators when appropriate; demonstrate use of appropriate language when necessary.
• Adapt procedures for specialized disorders (e.g., stuttering, alternative/augmentative communication, bilingual, etc.).
• Take initiative to maintain schedule.
• Show flexibility with schedule changes.
• Plan ahead for changes to schedule.
• Meet department standards for patient contact hours.
• Report test results accurately using appropriate format.
• Deliver therapy in an appropriate manner.
• Prepare therapy progress reports, discharge summary and insurance requests based upon documented child performance within timeframe.
• Show productivity in patient progress.
• Show knowledge of counseling techniques-show empathy and caring
• Recognize the need for future counseling and know when to refer patient.

Skills

Counseling techniques

Empathy and caring

Flexibility

Cultural and linguistic diversity

Shadowing trainees

Staff triage

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Children’s National Hospital in Fairfax, Virginia, invites applications for a Speech-Language Pathologist IV. The role involves evaluating speech/language in children and delivering remediation for communication disorders under the Speech Director/Division Chair.

Must hold a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology and relevant state licenses with CCC-SLP, with multi-state licensure (DC, MD, VA). Schedule is Monday–Friday with comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities.