Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist

At The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh, we've built our legacy on being amazing. After more than a century of the highest quality care and service to children and their families, we're forever proud of our team members who don't just make a career here – they make a difference.

Location: Pittsburgh, Squirrel Hill location

Schedule: Full-time position; Monday through Friday.

Our team of Speech Language Pathologists are experienced at helping kids from infancy to age 21 use that gift to their fullest potential. Working with families and caregivers every step of the way, our therapists are passionate about helping kids better understand and communicate with the world around them.

The Speech Language Pathologist assists our patients in reaching their maximum functional potential through comprehensive assessments and intervention services. We provide services to infant, pediatric, adolescent and young adult patients. Our therapists participate in interdisciplinary treatment programs, collaborate and consult with others to facilitate the delivery of therapy services.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Evaluates patients' functional abilities and disabilities and identifies impairments through objective tests and measures or standardized assessment tools
• Identifies measurable functional goals and develops a treatment plan in collaboration with the patient/family
• Implements treatment plan of care and adjusts treatment goals and intervention
• Will use objective data to assess patient's frequency and duration of care to optimize therapy benefit, considering clinical and financial factors.
• Prepares and plans for discharge during the course of treatment and initiates discharge when indicated
• Assesses need for assistive technology appropriate for patient & family.

Qualifications

• MS or MA from an accredited Speech/Language Department
• Must possess Certificate of Clinical Competence
• Licensed or Eligible for licensure in Pennsylvania as Speech and Language Pathologist
• Experience working with pediatric population is preferred.
• Current and valid certification in CPR and First Aid required (will provide training)
• Act 33/34 Clearances; FBI Clearance

Are you looking for a position where you can make a lasting impact in the lives of children and their families? Are you ready to brighten the future of amazing children? We want to hear from you!

The Children's Institute of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We serve a diverse population of children and families, and we want our workforce to reflect that same diversity. We want all interested individuals to feel welcome in applying for a career at our amazing place – we can't wait to meet you!