Speech Pathologist (Pediatric)

Introduction : Aspen Medical has an exciting opportunity for Speech Pathologists to partner with us in providing temporary contracted medical services to Military Treatment Facilities throughout the United States. Todays posting will place you at the primary location of Wright Patterson Airforce Base. This opportunity allows employees to work with the federal government, offering competitive compensation and a strong work-life balance.

Facility: 88 th Medical Group
Location: United States, Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education : Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, or a related field from a CAA-accredited program (ASHA)
• Experience : Completion of required clinical practicum in speech-language pathology; Experience working with pediatric populations, especially children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), preferred
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen
• Licensure/Certification :
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA )
  • Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Speech Pathologist in any U.S. state or territory
  • Must also be eligible for licensure in any state where telehealth services may be delivered during TDY travel
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Certification in the PLAY Project (Play and Language for Autistic Youngsters) must be obtained within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments; deliver evidence-based treatment interventions and offer expert consultation to fellow health care professionals
• Utilize specialized instrumentation (including video fluoroscopy, nasendoscopy, stroboscopy, and computer technology) to observe, collect data, and measure parameters related to communication, swallowing, or other upper aero-digestive functions, adhering strictly to evidence-based practice guidelines
• Provide prevention, screening, consultation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, intervention, management, counseling, and follow-up services for speech and language disorders, encompassing comprehension and expression across oral, written, graphic, and manual modalities
• Develop individualized treatment plans targeting expressive and receptive language, speech production, social communication, and feeding/swallowing needs as appropriate
• Maintain accurate documentation of treatment sessions and progress through secure electronic systems
• Participate in monthly travel assignments, providing one-week TDY support for PLAY services at additional military treatment facilities
• Collaborate effectively with psychologist, occupational therapists, and social workers as an integral member of an interdisciplinary team

Benefits :

• Virtual Interviews
• Variable of locations throughout the United States.
• Contract: Year-long assignment
• Hours of Performance: Duty hours will vary by position and location; however, typical duty hours are scheduled between 0730 -1630, Monday through Friday. Hours are subject to change and may include nights and weekends (Variable shifts between 0730-1900 up to 2x/week); Monthly TDY travel (1 week)
• Detailed pay rates will be outlined in the initial interview phase

Aspen Medical is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer, and Aspen Medical does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, please contact [email protected] .

By joining Aspen Medical, you will join a responsive mission-driven organization where you will be a vital member of a small, dynamic team supported by a large international corporation.