Speech Pathologist (Deptford, NJ)

Nemours Children’s Health, Deptford is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (Full-Time) to join our outpatient program in Deptford, NJ. Provides speech-language pathology patient examination, evaluation, intervention, documentation, parent/caregiver education, communication and coordination of care with medical/clinical staff and outside agencies as appropriate within the guidelines designated by the department and the Delaware Valley policies and procedures. Based on programmatic need and licensure requirements may be required to provide inpatient/outpatient coverage at various locations associated with Nemours. Demonstrates proficiency in the care of all ages: pediatrics, adolescents, and adults.Demonstrates proficiency in the care of neonates as required by assignment. Able to provide speech-language pathology services to a variety of patient types with recognition of his/her own limitations while seeking appropriate mentorship as needed. Completes timely documentation as required by departmental policy #7980.3.3, Joint Commission, and CARF standards. Attends meetings related to patient treatment and contributes to discussion as an interdisciplinary team member. Consults with other services, families, and outside agencies to recommend durable medical equipment, home/school modifications and transitional therapy program prior to discharge from therapy. Maintains knowledge of and familiarity with insurance referral/authorization process and documentation requirements related to therapy services. Completes all mandatory training which may include, but is not limited to safety, infection control, corporate compliance, HIPAA, bioterrorism, CPR and program specific respiratory training. Participates in triage and coverage planning as necessary to meet patient care and departmental needs. Team Work: Participates in conflict identification and resolution. Works cooperatively on multidisciplinary, single discipline, program specific and specialty teams. Assists in maintenance of department space and equipment. When required by assignment, participates in weekend/holiday inpatient coverage rotation, including checking the code blue cart per guideline #7980.GL.24. Job Requirements Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or its equivalent from an ASHA-accredited university required. Minimum of 3-6 months experience required. New graduates will be considered based on educational experiences. State of New Jersey Speech-Language Pathology License or provisional/temporary licencerequired upon hire. Must obtain State of Delaware Speech-Language Pathology License. Must submit license or proof of application submission within 2 weeks of job acceptance, but this second license is not required to be active at the start of employment. All clinical staff will maintain dual licensure. AHA BLS Certification required within 6 months of hire date and must be maintained for the duration of employment. ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC‑SLP), or Clinical fellowship Year (CFY) in-process with goal of achieving CCC‑SLP within 10-12 months required. Pennsylvania clearances are required upon hire for those with a Pennsylvania license. Member of professional specialty organizations (ASHA, State Speech and Hearing Assoc.) preferred. Clinical affiliation and/or work experience in pediatrics preferred. Nemours Children's Health offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package which includes: Tuition Reimbursement/Continuing Education Support 403(b) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off (PTO), VTO (Volunteer Time Off) and 6 paid holidays Professional/Clinical growth opportunities Job Info Job Identification 18996 Job Category Therapy Services Posting Date 05/28/2026, 02:10 PM Degree Level Master's Degree Job Schedule Full time Locations 1280 Almonesson Rd, Deptford, NJ, 08096, US (On-site) Salary Range (Used only for NJ Postings) $77,026.80-$123,242.89 #J-18808-Ljbffr