Speech Pathologist - Feeding

Akron Children’s Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health facility in Akron, OH is seeking a full-time Speech Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients while providing support to their families. Responsibilities include conducting diagnostic evaluations, creating treatment plans, and maintaining accurate documentation. Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology, relevant state licensure, and preferred pediatric experience. This role operates Monday to Friday with potential weekend and holiday rotations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology is required.
• State of Ohio Licensure in Speech/Language Pathology required.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive differential diagnostic evaluations.
• Manages/treats programs consistent with diagnosis.
• Documents timely for medical records/insurance.

Skills

Experience in Speech Pathology

Experience working with all levels within an organization

Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Education

Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology

State of Ohio Licensure in Speech/Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA

Job description

Job Summary

Full‑time, 40 hours per week.

Monday‑Friday, between the hours of 7 AM and 6 PM, with every other weekend and holiday rotation. Onsite: Akron, OH.

The Speech Pathologist evaluates and treats patients referred and provides instruction and assistance to patients' families as indicated.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive differential diagnostic evaluations using standardized and norm‑referenced measures.
• Provides management/treatment programs consistent with diagnosis and department protocols.
• Provides timely documentation for medical records/insurance requirements per division standards.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Expertise

• Experience in Speech Pathology is required.
• Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.
• Experience in pediatric health care is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required.

Education and Experience

• Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology is required.
• State of Ohio Licensure in Speech/Language Pathology and Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech‑Language Pathology (CCC‑SLP) from ASHA is required.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience is preferred.
• Years of experience supervising: None.