Outpatient Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist
Urbana, OH
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Mar 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an outpatient Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist with CCC-SLP certification and an active Ohio SLP license for a position serving primarily pediatric patients with a mixed adult caseload.

Details

• Outpatient clinic setting with approximately 90% pediatric and 5% adult outpatient caseload, plus 5% adult inpatient hospital coverage
• Daily caseload of approximately 12–14 patients
• Pediatric patients commonly present with autism, cerebral palsy, Down's syndrome, developmental delays, early intervention needs, and childhood apraxia of speech
• Adult patients commonly present with CVA, dementia, acute encephalopathy, and pneumonia
• Inpatient duties include basic bedside swallow evaluations for adult patients
• Schedule is primarily four 10-hour days per week with Wednesdays off
• Day shift

Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Active, unrestricted Ohio SLP license in good standing (license required if applicable)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA, or a conditional license under a supervised Professional Experience Plan approved by the Ohio Board
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a licensed SLP
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Experience with pediatric disorders including articulation, language delays, childhood apraxia of speech, and AAC
• Experience with adult swallowing, language, and cognitive disorders
• Proof of address and candidate SSN and DOB (MM/DD) required for consideration
• 1 supervisory reference required for consideration
• Copy of certifications required for consideration

Additional Information

• Evaluates and treats a primarily pediatric outpatient population, with additional care provided at a small adult inpatient hospital and for 2–3 adult outpatients
• Develops individualized treatment plans based on patient age, diagnosis, functional status, and personal goals, incorporating patient and family input
• Conducts standardized and non-standardized assessments and administers appropriate therapeutic techniques and interventions
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary treatment teams and communicates effectively with patients, families, and caregivers throughout the care continuum
• Provides patient and family education, discharge planning, and assistive equipment recommendations
• Participates in process improvement, continuing education, and the clinical education program
• Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) and VitalStim training are preferred
• Experience with electronic medical records is preferred
• A Pass/Fail EKG test is administered on the first day with two attempts allowed; a study guide will be provided
• Local candidates are accepted
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify for travel pay rates