Speech Language Pathologist

3023 Hamaker Court Suite 300

Fairfax, VA 22031

Kids Are Our Everything.

Department
10275 Speech Pathology Pay Range $77,584.00 - $

Work Location:

Fairfax, Virginia

Schedule:

Monday – Friday

About the Role:

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.

Minimum Education Master's Degree Speech-Language Pathology (Required)
Minimum Work Experience Speech Language Pathologist I - 0-4 years

Speech Language Pathologist II - 4 years

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 clutural and linguistic diversity. Must be available for student/trainee to shadow daily responsibilities. Triages questions from staff, outside hospitals and physicians.

Required Licenses and Certifications Speech-Language Pathologist 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.

Meet 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.

Benefits That Support You:

Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.

Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.

Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.

Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.

Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.

Why Join Us:

Nationally Recognized Excellence – Consistently ranked among the Top 10 Children’s Hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

Leading Pediatric Care

– One of the largest and most comprehensive children’s hospitals in the country, offering nationally ranked specialties and cutting-edge treatments.

Innovation & Research – A premier academic medical center with a strong commitment to pediatric research, education, and advancing the future of child health.

Mission-Driven Culture – Dedicated to providing family-centered care while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment for clinical teams.

The disclosed salary range includes the minimum and maximum…