Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist — Make a Difference

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide age-appropriate care for patients from newborn to 20 years within the rehab department. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and support safe, evidence-based practice, documenting fully and engaging families in education.

Master’s degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology and Georgia licensure with CCC required; BLS within 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Georgia licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist (LSSP).
• ASHA CCC certification in Speech-Language Pathology.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients, meeting established standards.
• Develops appropriate plan of care and implements effective treatment interventions founded in evidence-based practice so that functional outcomes are achieved.
• Completes documentation, meeting departmental standards for content, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Involves the patient’s caregivers in their care, offering effective education and documentation tailored to learning needs.
• Provides clinical oversight to Speech-Language Pathology Aides, Clinical Fellows, Rehab Aides and students as assigned.
• Demonstrates competencies across age groups from neonate to adult where applicable, and supports accreditation readiness.

Skills

Pediatric theory

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide age-appropriate care for patients from newborn to 20 years within the rehab department. You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and support safe, evidence-based practice, documenting fully and engaging families in education.

Master’s degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology and Georgia licensure with CCC required; BLS within 30 days of employment.