Speech/Language Pathologist III - Outpatient/Main Campus

Job Description - Speech/Language Pathologist III - Outpatient/Main Campus (260000UO)

Job Description

Speech/Language Pathologist III - Outpatient/Main Campus - (260000UO)

Description

The Speech Language Pathologist III provides advanced, evidence-based speech and language evaluation and treatment services to pediatric patients in an outpatient setting at the Main Hospital Campus in Washington, DC. This role supports children and families across a wide range of communication, feeding, and swallowing disorders, delivering high-quality care aligned with organizational and departmental standards.

Under the direction of the Speech Director/Division Chair, the Speech-Language Pathologist IV will be responsible to evaluate speech/language of children and provide remediation for children with communication disorders.

This position is ideal for an experienced Speech Language Pathologist who is committed to outpatient practice, patient- and family-centered care, and excellence in pediatric rehabilitation services within a hospital-based ambulatory environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

Master''s Degree Speech-Language Pathology (Required)

Minimum Work Experience

At least 6 years'' experience as provider.

Required Skills/Knowledge

Demonstrated flexibility in the evaluation process. Shows knowledge of counseling techniques. Shows empathy and caring. Demonstrates knowledge of theoretical application. Demonstrates knowledge of cultural and linguistic diversity. Must be available for student/trainee to shadow daily responsibilities. Triages questions from staff, outside hospitals and physicians. Involved in extra division project that promotes the enhancement and dissemination of speech knowledge (i.e., IRB committee member, organizer of specialty event, etc.)

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Speech-Language Pathologist
• Must be licensed in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and state licensure

Functional Accountabilities

Patient Evaluation

• Evaluate patients using standard and special procedures.
• Use appropriate protocol for age and disorder, complete protocol in a timely fashion.
• Show skills for a variety of disorders and test instruments.
• Use knowledge of cultural linguistic features appropriately in the diagnostic process.
• Use translators when appropriate; demonstrate use of appropriate language when necessary.
• Adapt procedures for specialized disorders (e.g., stuttering, alternative/augmentative communication, bilingual, etc.).

Schedules/Self-Management

• Take initiative to maintain schedule.
• Show flexibility with schedule changes.
• Plan ahead for changes to schedule.
• Consistently meets or exceeds department standards for patient contact hours

Test Results/Clinical Reports

• Report test results accurately using appropriate format.

Remediation Services

• Deliver therapy in an appropriate manner.
• Use knowledge of theoretical application with patient.
• Prepare therapy progress reports, discharge summary and insurance requests based upon documented child performance within timeframe.
• Show productivity in patient progress.
• Show knowledge of counseling techniques-show empathy and caring
• Recognize the need for future counseling and know when to refer patient.

Primary Location

: District of Columbia-Washington

Work Locations

:

CN Hospital (Main Campus)

111 Michigan Avenue NW

Washington 20010

Job

: Non-Clinical Professional

Organization

: Ctr Neuroscience & Behav Med

Position Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time

Shift: Day

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Job Posting

: Apr 21, 2026, 12:45:51 AM

Full-Time Salary Range

: 88961.6 - 148262.4