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When you join our team as a Senior Speech-Language Pathologist, we offer: · Competitive Compensation: $38-$55/hr based on experience and skills, plus bi-weekly bonuses. · Clinician-Designed Bonus:

When you join our team as a Senior Speech-Language Pathologist, we offer: · Competitive Compensation: $38-$55/hr based on experience and skills, plus bi-weekly bonuses. · Clinician-Designed Bonus:

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) - ATC Healthcare / NYCCC Location: Queens, NY Employment Type ... Hospitals, municipal systems, senior care companies, and MSP/VMS partners rely on us to deliver ...

Speech Pathologist

Murray, UT · On-site

$34.25 - $44.75/hr

Job ref : 942214 Enquiries Narelle Sarakinis Senior Manager, Speech Pathology Phone: 8580 2516 E-mail: narelle.sarakinis3@sa.gov.au Application Closing Date 10 July 2026 - 11.55PM Attachments AHP2 ...

Speech Pathologist

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$33.50 - $44/hr

Allegria Village, a senior living community in Dearborn, is currently hiring a Per Diem Speech Pathologist in our Skilled Nursing Facility. Job Responsibilities: 1. Evaluate, diagnose, and treat ...

Speech Pathologist

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$33.50 - $44/hr

Allegria Village, a senior living community in Dearborn, is currently hiring a Per Diem Speech Pathologist in our Skilled Nursing Facility. Job Responsibilities: 1. Evaluate, diagnose, and treat ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Speech Pathologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Speech Pathologist, you need advanced knowledge in speech-language pathology, a relevant master's degree, and certification such as CCC-SLP from ASHA along with state licensure. Familiarity with diagnostic assessment tools, therapy software, and electronic medical records is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help in mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure effective patient outcomes, efficient team management, and the delivery of high-quality care in diverse clinical settings.

What are Senior Speech Pathologists?

Senior Speech Pathologists are experienced professionals who assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders in individuals of all ages. They often take on leadership roles, supervising junior staff, guiding therapy plans, and contributing to the development of clinical protocols. Their expertise allows them to manage complex cases, provide training to colleagues, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

How do Senior Speech Pathologists typically collaborate with other healthcare professionals to support patient outcomes?

Senior Speech Pathologists regularly work as part of multidisciplinary teams, often collaborating with physicians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, psychologists, and educators. They attend case conferences, contribute to patient care plans, and provide specialized input on communication and swallowing disorders. This collaborative approach ensures that patient needs are fully addressed and that therapy strategies are integrated with other treatments. Building strong professional relationships and clear communication are key to ensuring coordinated, holistic care.

What is the difference between Senior Speech Pathologist vs Speech Pathologist?

AspectSenior Speech PathologistSpeech Pathologist
CredentialsMaster's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, licensure, and experienceMaster's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, licensure
Work EnvironmentSpecialized clinics, hospitals, schools, or private practice with leadership rolesHospitals, schools, clinics, community health centers
ResponsibilitiesAdvanced assessment, supervision, program development, mentorshipAssessment, therapy, client management

The main difference between a Senior Speech Pathologist and a Speech Pathologist is experience and responsibility level. Senior Speech Pathologists typically have more experience, take on leadership roles, and oversee complex cases, whereas Speech Pathologists focus on assessment and therapy delivery. Both roles require similar credentials, but the senior position involves additional responsibilities and expertise.

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Sr. Speech Pathologist - Feeding & Swallowing

Sr. Speech Pathologist - Feeding & Swallowing

Texas Childrens Hospital

Katy, TX

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago


Texas Children's Hospital rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 174 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

78th of 1,020 rated hospitals


Job description

We are searching for a Sr. Speech Pathologist - (Feeding/Swallowing) -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will appropriately diagnose and treat patients primarily between the ages of 0 –21 years with speech, oral motor/swallowing, language, and learning disorders.
Think you've got what it takes?
Responsibilities:
• Performs patient evaluations/consultations and interprets results
• Provides results verbally to patient and/or family/caregiver and/or to referral source
• Develops treatment plan in conjunction with patient and/or family/caregiver
• Implements treatment plan and monitors progress on an ongoing basis
• Maintains records as required by law, IDS policy and administrative regulations
• Documents evaluation procedures, results, diagnoses, and recommendations
• Attends and participates in continuing education programs as required to maintain licensure and promote professional growth
• Promotes speech-language pathology services within the community and the IDS
Qualifications:
unless approved for a medical or religious exemption.
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology field of study required
• CCC-SLP certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association required
• TX-SLP license from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation required
• 1-year professional speech-language pathology experience with pediatrics required
• Preferred experience with pediatric dysphagia evaluation and treatment in medically complex populations, including NICU follow up, trach/vent/PMV, genetic syndromes, cardiac, and Head and Neck Tumor program
• Patients range in age from infancy to adolescents
• Involvement in multidisciplinary teams including Aerodigestive Clinic and Swallow Disorders Clinic
• Opportunities for growth in VFSS and FEES
• Must be skilled in complex feeding therapy techniques
• Evidence-based evaluation and treatment methods
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Texas Children's Hospital West Campus is Houston's first community hospital designed, built and equipped exclusively for children in one of the city's most rapidly growing communities in the area from Sugar Land to Bryan-College Station, Texas. Located at I-10 and Barker Cypress, our 515,007-square-foot hospital houses the only 24/7 pediatric emergency room in the Greater West Houston area, four operating rooms, 16-bed pediatric intensive care unit, 46 acute care beds, advanced imaging services including MRI and CT scans, a neurophysiology sleep lab, a pathology lab and a full-scale pharmacy.
To join our community of 15,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.
Texas Children's is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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