Speech Pathologist

Cook Children's Health Care System; Fort Worth, Town of Texas, New York (TX, WI, NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled inpatient staff speech pathologist to enhance pediatric patient care. This role focuses on providing vital speech language services, particularly for children with feeding and swallowing disorders. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in speech/language pathology, along with relevant pediatric experience. You'll be part of a dedicated team, collaborating with medical professionals to ensure comprehensive care. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and excellence in pediatric healthcare, making a real difference in the lives of children and their families.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech/language pathology or related field required.
• BLS certification and state licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech language services for pediatric patients in an acute setting.
• Conduct swallow function studies and collaborate with radiologists.

Skills

Speech Language Pathology

Pediatric Feeding/Swallowing

Patient Education

Communication Disorders

Education

Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology

2 years of pediatric experience

Job description

Location:

Medical Center - Fort Worth

Department:

Rehab-Downtown FW

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours:

40

Summary:

The inpatient staff speech pathologist (SLP) will have the education, knowledge and skill to provide inpatient services, focusing on functional skills to enhance development, restore function and to prevent disability from pediatric conditions, illness and injury in an acute medical setting. Evaluation, treatment and home programming are provided for children primarily with feeding and swallowing disorders, or new onset articulation, voice, resonance, fluency, and receptive/expressive language disorders. The SLP will provide speech language services for chronically ill patients admitted to hospital for lengthy stays. The SLP is also responsible for providing swallow function studies for both inpatients and outpatients in collaboration with the radiologist. The position shall include patient and caregiver education and consultation to other medical professionals, clinics and agencies, both within Cook Childrens Health Care System and within the community. Documentation and correspondence pertaining to these services shall follow department and system policies.

Education:

• Master's degree in speech/language pathology, communication disorders, or related
• 2 years of pediatric feeding/swallowing experience in an acute pediatric hospital is preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

• BLS certification within 30 days of employment required.
• State license or eligible for state licensure.
• Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech/Language Pathology, or eligible for application upon completion of Clinical Fellowship Year and must be obtained within 12 months of hire to maintain employment at Cook.

About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.