Speech Pathologist- Float

Job Overview Nemours Children’s Hospital in Delaware is hiring a full‑time Speech Pathologist Float to work at all Therapy Services locations in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Coverage needs include a weekend rotation. $5,000 sign on bonus offered (external applicants only) This is a great opportunity to join a busy and growing Therapy team. We provide evaluation and treatment for speech and language, feeding, and AAC needs for patients with a wide variety of diagnoses, ranging in age from birth to 18. We are also an early intervention partner with Child Development Watch, providing clinic‑based services. Responsibilities Demonstrate proficiency in the care of all ages: pediatric and adolescent patients, and neonates as required by assignment. Provide speech and feeding therapy services to a variety of patient types while recognizing limitations and seeking appropriate mentorship as needed. Complete timely documentation as required by departmental policy #7980.3.3, Joint Commission, and CARF standards. Attend meetings related to patient treatment and contribute to discussion as an interdisciplinary team member. Maintain knowledge of and familiarity with insurance referral/authorization processes and documentation requirements related to therapy services. Complete all mandatory training; may include, but not limited to, safety, infection control, corporate compliance, HIPAA, bioterrorism, CPR, and program‑specific respiratory training. Job Requirements Master’s Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology or its equivalent from an ASHA accredited university required. Minimum of three (3) to six (6) months experience required; new graduates will be considered based on educational experiences. State of Delaware Speech‑Language Pathology license or provisional/temporary licensure required upon hire. All clinical staff are required to hold additional licenses in PA and NJ; for this position, both PA and NJ licenses are required, though licensure process can be initiated during onboarding or orientation. Pennsylvania clearances required upon hire. American Heart Association BLS certification required within 6 months of hire 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. Member of professional specialty organizations (ASHA, State Speech and Hearing Association) preferred. Pediatric experience required. Experience in feeding and swallowing preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nemours