Speech & Language Pathologist II

Boston Children's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital in the ACP clinic is seeking a full-time ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist who specializes in Augmentative and Alternative Communication for pediatric patients in the Waltham site. The ideal candidate has extensive experience evaluating and treating a broad range of complex communication needs.

This position emphasizes current assistive technology, collaboration with physicians, educators, and families, and ongoing professional growth within a supportive

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Pathology or a closely related field.
• ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP) and MA licensure in Massachusetts.
• Minimum 2 years of pediatric speech-language pathology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive AAC evaluations and treat broad range of communication disorders.
• Provide parent/caregiver education and counseling.
• Complete documentation including evaluation reports, treatment plans, notes.
• Collaborate with physicians, SLPs, other professionals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

AAC knowledge

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Pathology

ASHA Certification (CCC-SLP)

Tools

AAC assessment tools

Job description

Status
Full-Time

Standard Hours per Week
40

Job Category
Clinical

Regular, Temporary, Per Diem
Regular

Pay Range
$83241.60-$133192.80 Annual

Office/Site Location
Waltham

Remote Eligibility
Onsite Only

Job Posting Description

At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

General Summary

Boston Children’s Hospital’s OUTPATIENT Augmentative Communication Program (ACP) is seeking a full-time ASHA Certified Speech-Language Pathologist who specializes in Augmentative and Alternative Communication in the Waltham clinic. The appropriate candidate has extensive experience in evaluation and treatment of a broad range of individuals with complex communication needs. Detailed knowledge of current assistive technology and no-tech to high tech solutions is required.

This is not a clinical fellowship position or clinical fellowship year position. Please do not apply if you are seeking a CF

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting AAC related research and/or developing AAC related projects within the scope of this clinical position is encouraged. Clinicians in the ACP are strongly encouraged to develop their own areas of clinical interest related to AAC assessment and intervention that supports the mission of the program.
• Comprehensive evaluation and management of pediatric communication disorders that reflect an in-depth understanding of a child’s speech, language, and communication profile and needs.
• Providing parent/caregiver education and counseling regarding diagnoses and follow-up services and referrals.
• Completing timely and thorough documentation related to patient caseload including comprehensive evaluation reports, treatment plans, daily treatment notes, and therapy discharge summaries.
• Working in collaboration and partnership with physicians, speech-language pathologists, and other health care and educational professionals.
• Maintaining up-to-date clinical knowledge and education via continuing education pursuits. Participating in Program meetings, committees, and projects.

The posted pay range is Boston Children’s reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.

Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.

Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, military or veteran status or any other classification protected by law in hiring, promotion, compensation and other terms and conditions of employment. Boston Children’s Hospital collects and maintains information regarding gender, race, and ethnicity for equal opportunity compliance purposes. Boston Children’s Hospital also is subject to various government recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations.

$83,241.60-$133,192.80

Minimum Requirements

Education, License and Certifications

• A Master’s degree in Speech Pathology or a closely related field
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA).
• A current Massachusetts state license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist.

Experience

• 2 or more years of directly related clinical experience strongly preferred
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills to work as part of a tight-knit team.
• Commitment to professional education.
• Dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and educating future leaders in the profession.