Speech Language Pathologist - SLP

Empower Communication Across the Nation's Capital Join Us as a Speech Language Pathologist

Overview

Imagine your next career move sparking voices that enchant and connect it could start here. As a Speech Language Pathologist in one of the most dynamic cities in the country, you will do more than treat communication and swallowing disorders; you will unlock lives, restore dignity, and weave connections that encompass the entire spectrum of human experience from joyful toddlers articulating their first phrases to resilient seniors rediscovering their voice.

Your role presents a rewarding opportunity to work with diverse populations across all age groups within a hybrid environment that embraces outpatient therapy alongside occasional inpatient interventions. Whether your passion lies in the excitement of pediatric speech development, the challenges of adult neurogenic disorders, or the critical needs of geriatric cognitive rehabilitation, you will find both challenge and delight in this position.

Description

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations for patients of varying ages using standardized assessments and observational strategies.
• Create tailored treatment plans focused on both immediate and long-standing communication or swallowing needs.
• Deliver individualized speech therapy interventions emphasizing communication skills, language fluency, vocal strength, and swallowing techniques.
• Partner with a collaborative team that includes physical and occupational therapists, nurses, doctors, caregivers, and family members to design effective care plans.
• Provide education to patients and their families to facilitate progress beyond the clinic.
• Participate in occasional inpatient speech therapy assessments and treatments to ensure seamless patient care.
• Maintain high-quality documentation in compliance with state, federal, and organizational standards.
• Engage in lifetime learning through professional development and peer meetings to stay at the forefront of the field.

Education

• A Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Successful completion of a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) if ASHA certification is pending.

Certifications

• Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist .
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Skills

• Strong proficiency with evidence-based treatment techniques applicable to all age groups, combined with a deep awareness of developmental and acquired communication and swallowing disorders.
• Outstanding interpersonal communication skills with patients, families, and a multidisciplinary team approach.
• Capability to modify treatment methodologies to accommodate diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Exceptional clinical reasoning and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Adept at using electronic medical record systems and understanding documentation protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflective of experience.
• Flexible scheduling options designed to promote work-life equilibrium alongside varied patient caseloads.
• Possibilities to specialize in various areas including pediatrics, neuro rehabilitation, and geriatric care.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) alongside holiday remuneration.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
• Support for continuing education and professional growth.
• A supportive environment where teamwork and enhanced patient care remain the central focus.

In this position, youll offer much more than speech therapy; youll engage in a community mission that uplifts voices, fosters understanding, and creates rich moments through the simplest yet most profound acts of communication.

Here, you will collaborate with like-minded professionals who care for one another as much as they care for their patients, in an institution that prioritizes unity over competition. Every patient carries a narrative; we trust you to help craft its telling.

There exists a unique tempo to life in Washington, DC, sweeping in innovation while steeped in rich history and splendid culture. This vibrant city offers a blend of magnificent monuments, thriving neighborhoods, and a broader understanding of art, food, and community that you simply cannot find elsewhere.

Residents enjoy endless opportunities for exploration, with verdant parks for leisure strolls, historic landmarks just waiting to be uncovered, and culinary adventures that span from cozy cafes to Michelin-starred fare. Art enthusiasts revel in pieces displayed in world-renowned galleries, while engaging performances grace stages throughout the city.

Professionally, Washington, DC is a bustling hub, bursting with opportunities for those in healthcare, free from state income tax, and offering a cost of living that is reasonable compared to the national average. Its a locale where careers not only begin but flourish in a network dedicated to excellence.

Whether you are a newcomer in your field or an experienced practitioner hoping to expand your experiences, this metropolitan area provides the ideal landscape for your professional and personal growth.

We seek a Speech Language Pathologist who is motivated by both results and compassion. Someone who sees a shy student and dreams of their boundless expression or who hears the hesitant speech of a stroke survivor and recognizes their fight to reclaim normalcy.

You might be a dedicated clinician specializing in pediatric cases eager to delve into adult treatments or someone with a focus on neuro rehabilitation looking to integrate early options into your work.

Whatever drives you, if you are ready to facilitate healing with compassion and skill, we are here to embrace you.

If you understand that speech surpasses mere sound, and that therapy involves more than a checklist if you value trust as the foundation for relationships, while ensuring laughter flows with every interaction then this could be the pivotal change in your career journey.

Join us in a community that champions communication, connection, and the courage to start anew. Apply today to lend your voice to our mission and help others find theirs.