Speech Language Pathologist

The Charlotte Observer Publishing Company; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 83,500 - 103,785; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ASHA CEUs

Extensive onboarding

Paid time off

Health insurance options

Well-being plans

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide acute and outpatient services for adults and pediatrics, addressing swallowing, cognition, and communication needs. The role includes extensive onboarding, mentoring, and ongoing education to support professional growth.

Qualifications include a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, NY State licensure, completion of a clinical fellowship, and ASHA certification; BLS-CPR is required by appointment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Clinical fellowship completion required/expected.
• New York State licensure required for appointment.
• ASHA certification or equivalent recommended.
• BLS-CPR certification must be current by appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide acute care and outpatient speech-language pathology services.
• Treat swallowing, cognitive, and communication disorders.
• Maintain NY licensure and ASHA certification as applicable.
• Participate in onboarding, mentoring, and continuing education.
• Collaborate with care teams to develop individualized plans.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Clinical fellowship completed

NY State licensure

Certification in Speech-Language Pathology (ASHA)

BLS-CPR certification

Job description

About the Role

At SUNY Upstate Medical University Hospital, our expert Speech-Language Pathologists change lives every day—helping patients overcome serious challenges in swallowing, cognition, and communication to reclaim their independence and confidence. We’re more than a team—we’re a community of compassionate professionals driven by purpose.

We’re looking for someone passionate about making a real impact, eager to grow skills, and ready to join a dynamic team. Openings are available to provide acute care services and/or outpatient services for adults and pediatrics with diagnoses including stroke, brain injury, head and neck cancer, SCI, cardiac conditions, and chronic airway. Upstate provides extensive onboarding, training, mentoring, and ongoing education.

Responsibilities

To become a member of our caring and effective team you must ensure the following qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Speech‑Pathology
• Clinical certification in Speech‑Pathology (or equivalent)
• NY State licensure
• Completion of clinical fellowship
• BLS‑CPR certification required by the time of appointment

Benefits

• Extensive onboarding, including opportunities for enhanced education with ASHA CEUs
• Base pay rate between $83,500 and $103,785, depending on experience
• Generous Paid Time Off program that includes vacation, holidays, and sick days
• Choice of several outstanding health‑insurance benefits
• Well‑being plans that include Adoption Assistance, Student‑Loan Relief Services, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program
• Wide choice of retirement savings plan

If you are interested in joining our team, we encourage you to review the general posting for this position at https://careers.upstate.edu/jobs/speech-language-pathologist-syracuse-new-york-united-states and apply.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected classes under State and Federal law.