Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist Job Description

The Pathologist – Pediatric Speech/Language evaluates speech and language skills as related to educational, medical, social, and psychological factors. Diagnoses and treats speech and language problems, and engages in scientific study of human communication. Being a Pathologist – Pediatric Speech/Language is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency, and other related disorders. Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency of individuals with communication problems of organic and nonorganic etiology. In addition, Pathologist – Pediatric Speech/Language maintains records, monitors progress, and counsels patients and their family members. May require a certificate of clinical competence in speech-language pathology (CCC). Requires a master’s degree of speech-language pathology. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Pathologist – Pediatric Speech/Language’s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position’s specialty is the main requirement.

Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Submits appropriate, accurate, and timely billing and coding information for services rendered.

Requirements:

  • Critically assesses self to improve clinical and professional performance.