Speech Language Pathologist

Children's Evaluation & Therapy Center; Lanham (MD); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development stipend

Annual stipend for materials

Ongoing mentorship and support

Job summary

Children's Evaluation & Therapy Center is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for full-time or part-time positions in Lanham, Maryland. This role involves developing therapy plans, conducting evaluations, and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support children's communication skills.

Ideal candidates will have a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Maryland licensure, and ASHA certification. The position offers comprehensive benefits, a competitive salary, and flexible work hours.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fluency and voice disorders.
• Ability to meet federal and state regulations.
• Experience in assessment and interpreting screening measures.

Responsibilities

• Develop curricula to enhance communication skills.
• Conduct therapy sessions based on individual plans.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community agencies.

Skills

Knowledge of speech-language disorders

Effective communication skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Time management skills

Education

Master’s degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology

State of Maryland licensure

ASHA certification

Job description

Position Overview

Speech‑Language Pathologist (Full‑time or Part‑time)

Reporting To: Clinical Manager (CM)

Location: Lanham, Maryland

Work Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday (flexible hours)

Sign‑On Bonus Available.

Key Functions

• Develop a curriculum that can help build communication skills.
• Assess communication (speech and language) skills through screenings and evaluation.
• Complete comprehensive assessments in the area of need.
• Conduct therapy sessions in accordance with the individual’s plan of care and evaluation results.
• Contribute to the development of individual plans of care using a multidisciplinary approach.
• Responsible for the re‑evaluation of classified patients as outlined in the state rules and regulations.
• Participate in meetings concerning individual patients when requested.
• Consult with parents, administration, and other staff personnel.
• Work cooperatively with community agencies and the multidisciplinary team concerned with the speech‑language health of children.
• Facilitate patient growth and progress toward stated objectives of speech‑language therapy.
• Identify patients at risk for later communication problems.
• Complete daily documentation of services and outcomes.
• Manage caseloads, services, and scheduling.
• Perform individual therapy based on client needs.
• Collaborate and consult with professionals, providers, families, and teachers.
• Provide services through teletherapy on various telemedicine platforms.
• Provide operational and administrative support to the Clinical Manager and leadership team.

Qualifications & Skills

• Knowledge of speech, language, fluency, voice, swallowing, and pragmatic language disorders.
• Excellent and effective oral communication and writing skills.
• Ability to meet federal and state regulations for licensure and certification.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to be flexible and creative.
• Strong diagnostic and therapeutic skills.
• Recognize the need to respond to culturally diverse communities.
• Understand, utilize, and remain abreast of best practices and therapy modalities within the field.
• Experience in evaluation, scoring, and interpreting assessments and screening measures.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in Speech‑Language Pathology.
• State of Maryland licensure and ASHA certification in good standing.
• Experience in the field of speech‑language pathology.
• Adaptable and flexible work schedule (e.g., evenings and Saturdays, if required).
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• Two or more years of teletherapy experience.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands

• There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will not be exposed to blood‑borne pathogens.
• Physical Demands – Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• COVID‑19 considerations: We provide PPE supplies and follow CDC protocols.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Benefits & Sign‑On Bonus

CETC provides comprehensive benefits, a competitive salary, job flexibility, professional development stipend, an annual stipend for materials, and ongoing mentorship and support.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Children’s Evaluation & Therapy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.