Speech Language Pathologist - ECMH

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist to diagnose and treat speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders to help children communicate effectively and improve quality of life within the ECMH Outpatient Clinic. Requirements include a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, Valid Ohio License, ASHA certification or eligibility, and CPR within 60 days.

Pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Valid Ohio License in Speech Pathology required.
• ASHA Certification or eligible for supervision by a certified SLP during a fellowship experience required.
• CPR certification required within 60 days post hire.
• Previous pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients with varied diagnoses to determine developmental and functional status and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Administers therapeutic treatment to improve communication and swallowing abilities and monitors progress.
• Educates patients and families on goals and home activities; evaluates ongoing compliance.
• Documents and maintains caseload, scheduling, and timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies.
• Communicates patient status and collaborates with physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Conducts Speech-Language Pathology educational programs and supervises students and clinical fellows.

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Overview
At NCH, we are passionate about integrating physical and behavioral health to support the holistic wellbeing of children. With 1 in 7 children ages 0-5 experiencing behavioral health challenges that can impact development and school readiness, Early Childhood Mental Health (ECMH) services play a critical role in promoting healthy development, preventing mental health concerns, and treating mental health disorders in young children. This position will operate on our Downtown Campus within the ECMH Outpatient Clinic.

Job Description Summary
Diagnoses and treats speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders, helping patients improve their communication abilities and quality of life through various techniques and interventions.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Evaluates patients with varied diagnoses to determine developmental and functional status using standardized measures or clinical observations. Identifies patient’s strengths and deficits, establishes goals, and develops an individualized treatment plan incorporating patient and family needs.
• Administers therapeutic treatment to patients with developmental delay or functional deficits to provide optimal development, function, and independence. Utilizes developmental activities and other treatment techniques to meet each patient’s specific needs and achieve therapy goals. Observes and modifies treatment plan accordingly.
• Educates on treatment goals and therapy plans, instructs on therapeutic activities to follow at home, and evaluates ongoing compliance and understanding.
• Documents as appropriate and in compliance with requirements of the hospital and accrediting associations. Maintains the administrative functions of individual caseload, including scheduling, entering daily charges, and submitting timely documentation.
• Communicates patient’s status and collaborates with physicians, third-party payors, and relevant healthcare providers.
• Conducts Speech Language Pathology educational programs and provides instruction for hospital staff, students, and community. Delegates to students from accredited programs and supervises Clinical Fellows and licensed speech aides.

Education Requirement
Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, required.

Licensure Requirement
Valid Ohio License in Speech Pathology, required.

Certifications

• Certification in Speech Pathology from the American Speech Language Hearing Association, or eligible for supervision by a certified speech-language pathologist during a fellowship experience, required.
• CPR certification no later than 60 days post hire or post expiration, required.

Skills
(not specified)

Experience
Previous pediatric experience, preferred.

Physical Requirements
OCCASIONALLY: (none specified)
FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Squat/kneel
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near, Standing, Walking

Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above
(not specified)

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet