Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatrics Full Time

St Claire; Morehead, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UK St. Claire is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatrics for full-time, on-site work at the Outpatient Center: Main Building in Morehead, KY.

The role involves independent evaluations, developing individualized therapy plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes. Required: BA in CSD or related field; MA in SLP preferred; 2–3 years’ experience; SLP license and ASHA certification; BLS within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communication sciences and disorders or related field.
• Master's degree in speech-language pathology preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience; equivalent combinations considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy goals and home programs.
• Maintain compliant documentation and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Family education

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in communication sciences and disorders

Master's in speech-language pathology (preferred)

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatrics Full Time page is loaded## Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatrics Full Timeremote type: On-site only, not eligible for remote worklocations: Outpatient Center: Main Buildingtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-00000666At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.**Job Description**:## Job SummaryResponsible for independently evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with communication, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders using evidence-based practices. Develops and implements individualized therapy plans to improve patient function, safety, and quality of life. Demonstrates advanced clinical competence in a variety of settings and serves as a resource for interdisciplinary collaboration. Provides education to patients, families, and caregivers, ensuring understanding and participation in therapy goals. Maintains compliance with professional, ethical, and regulatory standards while contributing to departmental quality improvement and mentoring initiatives.## Essential Functions- Performs comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing disorders using clinical and instrumental diagnostic tools.- Develops and implements individualized treatment plans that address patient-specific needs and support measurable functional outcomes.- Demonstrates advanced clinical reasoning in managing complex or comorbid communication and swallowing disorders.- Provides skilled therapeutic interventions, including compensatory strategies, restorative exercises, and use of assistive communication devices.- Educates patients, families, and caregivers on communication techniques, swallowing safety, and home exercise programs to support ongoing progress.- Collaborates with physicians, nurses, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and optimize patient outcomes.- Participates in interdisciplinary rounds, case conferences, and discharge planning to ensure comprehensive service delivery.- Maintains accurate, timely, and compliant documentation, coding, and billing for all patient encounters.- Assists in training, mentoring, and orientation of students, new staff, and rehabilitation team members.- Participates in quality improvement, program development, and professional development activities to enhance patient care and departmental performance.- Performs other duties as assigned.## Education RequirementBachelor's degree in communication sciences and disorders, speech-language pathology, or a related fieldMaster's degree in speech-language pathology, communication sciences and disorders, or a related field is preferred## Experience Requirement2-3 years of experienceAn equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.## Certifications & LicensuresSpeech-Language Pathology (SLP) license Valid Certified or in the process of Certified with the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified required within 90 days of the hire date## Working ConditionsA. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. NeverC. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. NeverI. Working in confined spaces: 1. NeverJ. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)L. Loud noises: 1. NeverM. Temperature extremes: 1. NeverN. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 1. NeverO. Radiation: 1. NeverP. Burns: 1. NeverQ. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. NeverT. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. NeverV. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A## Physical DemandsThis position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; and occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds, as well as lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Also involves occasional exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; cuts/punctures; bloodborne or airborne pathogens; and working with combative or violent people.**Department**:Speech Therapy**Shift**:Day (United States of America)**Time Type:**Full time**Address**:222 Medical Circle**City, State**:Morehead, Kentucky