Speech Language Pathologist - OUTPATIENT PEDIATRICS

Vitruvian Health; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitruvian Health in Tennessee is seeking a pediatric outpatient speech-language pathologist to join our team. The role involves planning, administering, and coordinating speech therapy for patients across ages, with collaboration with Radiology for Modified Barium Swallow evaluations.

Licensed in Tennessee with ASHA CCC or eligibility is preferred; a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required. Prior PPS system experience and strong communication are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech Therapy Program with a Master’s degree.
• May be a new graduate, but prefer 1 to 2 years of staff ST experience.
• Experience with PPS system and ability to articulate skilled criteria a plus.
• Desirable: strong written and verbal communication, proficiency with computerized documentation, and ability to work well with the public.

Responsibilities

• Plans, administers, and coordinates speech therapy treatments to patients of all ages to maximize functional potential.
• Performs Modified Barium Swallow evaluations with Radiology.
• Contributes to policies, standards, and procedures for speech therapy.
• Works closely with families to ensure goals and continuity of care.
• Provides documentation of patient progress, reassesses and adjusts goals and treatments.
• Assists department Director/Manager in administrative duties across Outpatient, Acute, and Skilled Nursing/ECF areas.

Skills

Speech therapy

Modified Barium Swallow

Documentation

Communication

Collaboration with radiology

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

PPS system

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Who We Are

At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well-being of every team member.

Our Legacy

Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region-including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center,you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission-driven team making a difference every day.

Our Values

Our core values-Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE)-guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.

Your Career With Us

Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact.

Excellence. Every person. Every time.

*THIS IS A PEDIATRIC OUTPATIENT POSITION*

Plans, administers, and coordinates speech therapy treatments to patients from all age groupsin order tomaximize their potential physical functioning.Performs Modified Barium Swallow evaluations in conjunction with the Radiology department. Contributes to the development of speech therapy policies,setting ofstandards, and revision of procedures as needed.Works closely with family members toassureachievement of goals and continuity of care.Provides documentation of patient progress,reassessesandmodifiesgoals and treatments as needed.Assistsdepartment Director/Manager in administrative duties in all areas of care (Outpatient, Acute, and Skilled Nursing/ECF Areas).

Graduateofan accredited Speech Therapy Program with aMaster’sdegree.

May be a newgraduate, butprefer 1 to 2 years ofstaff STexperience.Experience with PPS system and ability to articulate skilledcriteriaa plus.Desirable characteristics includeproficiencyin written and verbal communication,proficiencywith computerized documentation, and the ability toestablishand maintain an effective working relationship with the public.Experience/competency with Modified Barium Swallows needed.

Licensed inStateof Tennessee. Must hold a certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA); may work as clinical fellow per ASHA guidelines to obtain certificate of clinical competence and apply for full licensure when1260 hoursof work and a minimum of36 weeksof full-time experience or its part-time equivalent is achieved.