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Organization:
Hearing And Speech
Job Summary JOB SUMMARY: This position will complete pediatric outpatient video‑fluoroscopic swallow studies (VFSS) two days a week and outpatient pediatric feeding/swallow therapy three days a week. Evaluates and treats patients with speech, language, voice, cognition, fluency, auditory (re)habilitation, and swallowing/oral feeding disorders. Educates and counsels patients and families. Provides independent therapeutic services and identifies areas of clinical specialization and competency. Supervises graduate students as assigned in clinical specialty area. Participates actively in identifying and conducting quality improvement activities. Collaborates with clinical practice team to achieve patient outcomes and system objectives.
Job Title : Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Location : Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt – Nashville, TN
Schedule : Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Position Summary Vanderbilt Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Pediatric Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our nationally ranked rehabilitation team at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital. This full‑time role offers the opportunity to provide specialized care to children with complex speech, language, and swallowing disorders in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate and treat pediatric patients with speech‑language, feeding/swallowing, and cognitive‑communication disorders in an outpatient setting (3 days/week)
Conduct Video‑Fluoroscopic Swallow Studies (VFSS) in both outpatient and inpatient settings (2 days/week)
Provide therapy for children with complex medical conditions including dysphagia, tracheostomy, cleft palate, craniofacial disorders, and traumatic brain injury
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and physical therapists to deliver comprehensive care
Educate families and caregivers on therapy strategies, progress, and home programs
Document patient outcomes and support discharge planning using My Health at Vanderbilt/MyChart
Qualifications
Master's Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited program
Active or eligible Tennessee SLP License
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP)
Experience in pediatric feeding and swallowing therapy
Benefits of Joining Vanderbilt Health
Work at Tennessee's #1 ranked children's hospital (U.S. News & World Report)
Day One Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans start immediately
Be part of a nationally recognized pediatric rehabilitation team
Enjoy flexible scheduling and a supportive work‑life balance
Access to professional development, mentorship, and continuing education
Deliver care in a collaborative, patient‑centered environment
Apply Today If you are a licensed Pediatric Speech‑Language Pathologist passionate about helping children thrive, apply now to join Vanderbilt Health's mission to advance health and wellness through world‑class care, education, and research.
Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.
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Organization:
Hearing And Speech
Job Summary JOB SUMMARY: This position will complete pediatric outpatient video‑fluoroscopic swallow studies (VFSS) two days a week and outpatient pediatric feeding/swallow therapy three days a week. Evaluates and treats patients with speech, language, voice, cognition, fluency, auditory (re)habilitation, and swallowing/oral feeding disorders. Educates and counsels patients and families. Provides independent therapeutic services and identifies areas of clinical specialization and competency. Supervises graduate students as assigned in clinical specialty area. Participates actively in identifying and conducting quality improvement activities. Collaborates with clinical practice team to achieve patient outcomes and system objectives.
Job Title : Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Location : Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt – Nashville, TN
Schedule : Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Position Summary Vanderbilt Health is seeking a dedicated and experienced Pediatric Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our nationally ranked rehabilitation team at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital. This full‑time role offers the opportunity to provide specialized care to children with complex speech, language, and swallowing disorders in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities
Evaluate and treat pediatric patients with speech‑language, feeding/swallowing, and cognitive‑communication disorders in an outpatient setting (3 days/week)
Conduct Video‑Fluoroscopic Swallow Studies (VFSS) in both outpatient and inpatient settings (2 days/week)
Provide therapy for children with complex medical conditions including dysphagia, tracheostomy, cleft palate, craniofacial disorders, and traumatic brain injury
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and physical therapists to deliver comprehensive care
Educate families and caregivers on therapy strategies, progress, and home programs
Document patient outcomes and support discharge planning using My Health at Vanderbilt/MyChart
Qualifications
Master's Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited program
Active or eligible Tennessee SLP License
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC‑SLP)
Experience in pediatric feeding and swallowing therapy
Benefits of Joining Vanderbilt Health
Work at Tennessee's #1 ranked children's hospital (U.S. News & World Report)
Day One Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans start immediately
Be part of a nationally recognized pediatric rehabilitation team
Enjoy flexible scheduling and a supportive work‑life balance
Access to professional development, mentorship, and continuing education
Deliver care in a collaborative, patient‑centered environment
Apply Today If you are a licensed Pediatric Speech‑Language Pathologist passionate about helping children thrive, apply now to join Vanderbilt Health's mission to advance health and wellness through world‑class care, education, and research.
Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.
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