Speech Pathologist

About Us We are a thriving pediatric dental practice committed to providing top-notch dental care to our community. With state-of-the-art facilities and a focus on patient comfort and satisfaction, we pride ourselves on delivering comprehensive dental services with a personal touch. Our team shares a common goal of excellence in dentistry and compassionate patient care. What We Offer Competitive compensation package Supportive work environment with modern facilities and advanced technology Opportunities for mentorship and career growth A diverse patient population and rewarding clinical experiences Responsibilities Evaluation & Assessment Conduct oral examinations to evaluate the restriction of lingual and labial frena Assess the impact of tongue-ties on speech articulation, swallowing, feeding, and resting posture Consult with the team to help determine the timing and necessity of a frenectomy Treatment Design pre-operative programs using myofunctional therapy to improve tongue mobility before surgery Deliver post-operative therapy to prevent scar tissue reattachment and maximize tongue range of motion Retrain oral muscles to eliminate compensatory speech habits and improper swallowing patterns Train patients and caregivers on required daily home stretching and exercise protocols Coordination & Documentation Coordinate patient care directly with dentists, oral surgeons, and orthodontists Document treatment notes, including initial evaluations, daily progress, and discharge summaries Requirements Active state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) in good standing Specialized certification in Orofacial Myology (COM) or advanced myofunctional therapy training 2+ years of experience evaluating and treating ankyloglossia (tongue-tie) and related oral restrictions Clinical proficiency in pre- and post-operative frenectomy rehabilitation care Pediatric experience with tethered oral tissues (TOTs) and pediatric feeding disorders Strong collaborative skills for working alongside dentists, orthodontists, and oral surgeons Accurate documentation skills for maintaining electronic health and dental records If you're using NVDA, press NVDA key + space to enable focus mode to read the slider properly. #J-18808-Ljbffr Alden Bridge Pediatric Dentistry