Speech Pathologist

Phoenix Children's; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's is seeking a Speech Pathologist in Phoenix, Arizona. The role involves providing speech-language pathology services to pediatric patients, focusing on communication and swallowing.

Qualified candidates will have a Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology, AZ Department of Health Services license, and experience with pediatric patients. The position is critical in a supportive role during regular weekday shifts.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree (or higher) in Speech and Language Pathology from an accredited university.
• Experience working with pediatric patients.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Maintain documentation in compliance with standards.
• Interact professionally with physicians and families.

Skills

Pediatric speech-language pathology

Behavior management strategies

Communication skills

Education

Masters Degree in Speech and Language Pathology

Job description

Speech Pathologist

Department: PCH-MAIN | Rehab Resource Pool

Location: Phoenix

Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm

Category: Rehab/Therapy

Posting #: 1027310

Employee Type: PRN

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing speech-language pathology services to a pediatric population, from neonate to adolescent, including evaluation and treatment in the areas of communication and swallowing.

Position Duties

• Evaluates and treats patients with communication and swallowing disorders/delays, demonstrating knowledge of normal growth and skills necessary to provide age appropriate services. Uses pediatric based behavior management strategies and matches diagnostic/therapeutic interventions to age and disability of the child. Establishes appropriate treatment plan with age‑appropriate goals and target timeframes, which are discussed with family and mutually agreed upon
• Maintains appropriate documentation per the Policies & Procedures Manual in compliance with JCAHO and CARF standards, including participation in Total Quality Management.
• Builds and maintains rapport within the department, hospital, and community, professionally interacting with physician, families, and hospital/community personnel.
• Evaluates recommended needs for equipment and supplies.
• Assists in the monitoring of speech pathology students.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Position Qualifications

Education

• Masters Degree (or higher) in Speech and Language Pathology from an accredited university

Experience

• Pediatric experience

Additional Requirements

• AZ Department of Health Services license (must be obtained prior to start date)
• AZ Department of public safety fingerprint clearance card (must be obtained prior to start date)
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• ASHA certification or in clinical fellowship year (CFY)

Certification / License / Registry Requirements

• Basic Life Support - Required
• AZ Audio & Speech Lang License - Required
• Fingerprint Clearance Card - Required
• American Speech-Language-Heari OR Cert Clinical Comp (SLP) OR Clinical Fellowship Year - Required

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

• Physical Requirement - Climbing - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Hearing - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Reaching - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Sitting - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Talking - Constantly
• Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Walking - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Frequently
• Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
• Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable
• Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable