Position Summary
The Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) evaluates, diagnoses, and treats children with speech, language, communication, feeding, and swallowing disorders. The SLP develops individualized treatment plans designed to improve communication skills and support functional development. This role works collaboratively with physicians, therapists, and families to ensure coordinated care and optimal patient outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
· Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations for pediatric patients.
· Diagnose and treat speech, language, voice, fluency, feeding, and swallowing disorders.
· Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical evaluation and patient needs.
· Provide evidence-based therapy interventions to improve communication and functional skills.
· Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
· Document evaluations, treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the electronic medical record in a timely and accurate manner.
· Educate and counsel parents and caregivers on strategies to support communication development at home.
· Collaborate with physicians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, psychologists, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care.
· Participate in care conferences and interdisciplinary meetings when appropriate.
· Maintain compliance with all clinical documentation standards, regulatory requirements, and practice policies.
· Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
· Stay current with developments in speech-language pathology and pediatric therapy practices.
· All other duties as assigned
Additional Notes
· Knowledge of pediatric speech and language development
· Familiarity with standardized speech and language assessment tools
· Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving abilities
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Ability to build rapport with children and families
· Strong organizational and documentation skills
· Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Education
· Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
Licensure
· Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist
· Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association preferred or eligible
· Current CPR certification preferred
Experience
· Experience working with pediatric populations preferred
· Experience in medical or outpatient therapy settings preferred
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Standard office environment within a medical practice.
- Frequent use of computers and telephones.
- Occasional lifting of files, office supplies, or equipment (up to 20 lbs).
Compensation
· Benefits package offered which include health, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) and life insurance.
Salary: $49/hr - $62/hr – salary scale is based on experience.
About New Jersey Pediatric Neuroscience Institute
At New Jersey Pediatric Neuroscience Institute (NJPNI), we believe that every patient should receive exceptional and individualized treatment.
Our mission is to provide the best possible healthcare in the areas of childhood developmental disorders and pediatric neurological and neurosurgical diseases. We seek to improve a child’s health and quality of life by delivering expeditious and accurate diagnoses along with a comprehensive array of surgical and nonsurgical therapeutic options.Family involvement, support, and education are critical to a child’s understanding of their illness, treatment of and recovery from that illness. We understand that the entire family is affected by childhood illness and that the needs of each family, like each child, are unique.
We believe that by working together, with patients and their families, our neurosurgeons, neurologists, ancillary healthcare providers, therapists, and orthotists deliver the best care in the world. We treat every child, and every family, as our own and our patients’ lives have become an important part of our lives.
Careers at NJPNI
Are you passionate about pediatric neuroscience?Do you want to be part of a collaborative team that’s transforming the future of neurological care? At NJPNI, we’re committed to advancing the field and improving lives. We invite you to explore exciting career opportunities with us and be part of a team that’s making a real impact.