Pediatric Speech Therapist: Functional Communication & Feeding

Elderwood Administrative Services; Woodlawn (PA); On-site; USD 87,480,000 - 145,791,000; Full time

Job summary

Pediatric Specialty Care at Lancaster is seeking a Speech Therapist / Speech Language Pathologist to support children with communication, feeding, and swallowing needs in a medically supported, family-centered setting.

In this role you will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, collaborate with families and care teams, and document progress, with a focus on functional outcomes and quality of life for pediatric patients.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current unencumbered Pennsylvania PA license as a Speech Therapist.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Pediatric experience preferred; medically complex or long-term care experience a plus.
• Strong clinical, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement pediatric speech therapy services in accordance with clinical, regulatory, and facility standards.
• Conduct evaluations, screenings, and ongoing therapy for speech, language, feeding, and swallowing needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable, functional goals.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, nursing, and interdisciplinary team members to support each child's communication and safety.
• Recommend and train on adaptive equipment, feeding strategies, and AAC tools as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation including evaluations, progress notes, and discharge planning.
• Participate in quality assurance, education, and performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CCC-SLP

Job description

Pediatric Specialty Care at Lancaster is seeking a Speech Therapist / Speech Language Pathologist to support children with communication, feeding, and swallowing needs in a medically supported, family-centered setting.

In this role you will conduct evaluations, develop treatment plans, collaborate with families and care teams, and document progress, with a focus on functional outcomes and quality of life for pediatric patients.