PRN Speech Language Pathologist

Cumberland Hospital, LLC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Hospital for Children and Adolescents is seeking a PRN Speech Language Pathologist to deliver pediatric speech therapy across inpatient, outpatient, and telehealth settings. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and family education to enhance communication outcomes for children and adolescents.

Qualified candidates will have pediatric experience, strong assessment and treatment planning skills, and the ability to work independently

Qualifications

• Pediatric experience in school or clinical settings preferred.
• Strong knowledge of speech therapy practices for children with disabilities.
• Excellent patient care and comprehensive assessment skills.
• Understanding of physiology, anatomy and medical terminology related to speech and swallowing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to identify speech, language, and communication disorders in children and adolescents.
• Develop individualized treatment plans including early intervention strategies.
• Deliver evidence-based speech therapy interventions in-person or via telehealth.
• Collaborate with physicians, psychologists, and educators to coordinate care plans.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress.
• Educate families on strategies to support communication development at home and in daily activities.
• Stay current with advances in pediatric speech therapy techniques.

Skills

Pediatrics

Speech therapy

Telehealth

Assessment

Documentation

Job description

Responsibilities

Company Overview

Cumberland Hospital for Children and Adolescents provides a compassionate and specialized environment dedicated to supporting children and adolescents with complex medical, neurological, and emotional needs. Our multidisciplinary team employs the latest approaches in medical management and therapeutic interventions to foster healing and development in young patients.

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated PRN (as-needed) Speech Language Pathologist to join our team. This role involves providing expert speech therapy services to pediatric and adolescent patients across various settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and telehealth environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pediatric speech therapy, experience working with children and individuals with disabilities, and a commitment to delivering patient-centered care.

Qualifications

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to identify speech, language, and communication disorders in children and adolescents.
• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs, including early intervention strategies.
• Deliver evidence-based speech therapy interventions through in-person sessions or telehealth platforms, ensuring accessibility for all patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—including physicians, psychologists, and educators—to coordinate care plans that support overall patient well‑being.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress
• Educate patients' families and caregivers on strategies to support communication development at home and in daily activities.
• Stay current with advances in speech therapy techniques, physiology, anatomy knowledge, and medical terminology relevant to pediatric populations.

Skills

• Proven experience working with children in school or clinical settings; pediatrics experience is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of speech therapy practices for individuals with disabilities across developmental stages.
• Excellent patient care skills combined with the ability to assess communication functions comprehensively.
• Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology related to speech and swallowing functions.
• Ability to work independently within a flexible PRN schedule while maintaining high standards of professionalism.

Join our team as a PRN Speech Language Pathologist to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adolescents by improving their communication skills through compassionate, expert care.