Speech Language Pathologist (Pediatric) - Full Time - Days - Detroit

Henry Ford Health System; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist to provide essential clinical services to children with speech and language disorders. This role involves diagnosing, evaluating, and treating patients, while also developing therapy programs tailored to individual needs. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology and experience working with pediatric patients. Join a dedicated team that values community education and collaboration, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families. This position offers a dynamic work environment focused on professional growth and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Experience with children with speech and language delays preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical speech-language pathology services to patients.
• Diagnoses and evaluates speech, language, or swallowing disorders.
• Develops treatment programs and conducts follow-up visits.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Communication Disorders

Clinical Assessment

Patient Follow-up

Endoscopic Assessment

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

National Praxis Examination

Clinical Fellowship Year

Job description

Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) with certification by the American Speech Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) provide clinical services to individuals with pediatric speech, language cognitive, voice and swallowing disorders. Services include diagnosis, evaluation, therapy, treatment and follow-up. All clinical fellows in Speech-Language Pathology are supervised by ASHA certified SLP’s.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides clinical speech-language pathology services to HFHS patients including:
  • Consultation with patients, family, and HFHS staff about communication and swallowing disorders;
  • Diagnoses speech, language or swallowing disorders and evaluates patient's condition and prognosis;
  • Develops treatment/therapy programs for patients;
  • Schedules and conducts patient follow-up visits.
• Operates clinical equipment to measure speech production characteristics during patient evaluations and treatment.
• Performs endoscopic assessment of vocal fold vibratory function and swallowing function.
• Interacts with dietary personnel in developing nutritional menus and/or eating programs for patients with limited swallowing abilities.
• Prescribes appropriate communication technology after cancer or laryngeal surgery. Teaches patient to utilize technology and effectively develop their communication skills.
• Participates in all phases of departmental education and research programs including program development and clinical fellow orientation and instruction.
• Supervises the activities of departmental graduate students and clinical fellows including work scheduling, motivation, performance appraisal, and day-to-day work duties.
• Represents the Institution at community, regional and national conferences. Educates local community and social organizations on programs available at HFHS.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited graduate program;
• Successful completion of the National Praxis Examination;
• Successful completion of the Clinical Fellowship Year.
• One year of experience in a clinical setting required.
• This is a Pediatric SLP position - experience working with children with speech and language delays and disorders including those on the autism spectrum is preferred

LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• The State of Michigan license; Certificate of Clinical Competence by ASHA

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group
• Department: Speech Pathology
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable