Speech Pathologist

Job Title: Speech Pathologist

Location: Union (UNC)

Department Name: Speech Pathology-OP

Req #: 0000259243

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $98,500.00 – $114,700.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills and professional experience.

Speech Pathologist – Children’s Specialized Hospital, RWJBarnabas Health

At Children’s Specialized Hospital, part of RWJBarnabas Health, Speech Pathologists become part of a collaborative, family-centered environment where compassion, innovation, and clinical excellence come together to help children achieve greater independence and reach their fullest potential. This Speech Pathologist role offers opportunities for professional growth, interdisciplinary collaboration, and meaningful work supporting infants, children, adolescents, and their families through comprehensive evaluation and therapy services. As a Speech Pathologist, you will provide individualized assessment and treatment for pediatric patients with communication and swallowing disorders while partnering with families and an interdisciplinary care team to promote functional communication, safe swallowing, and participation in everyday activities. Joining Children’s Specialized Hospital means becoming part of a team dedicated to delivering exceptional pediatric care while empowering every Speech Pathologist to grow, contribute, and make a lasting impact.

A typical day for a Speech Pathologist may include:

• Providing direct speech-language therapy services to pediatric patients with communication, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders
• Conducting comprehensive speech and language evaluations to identify each patient’s strengths, needs, and areas for intervention
• Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans using evidence-based therapeutic techniques that support each patient’s functional goals
• Applying knowledge of normal development and pediatric rehabilitation principles to assess and treat a variety of communication and swallowing needs
• Communicating evaluation results, treatment recommendations, and patient progress effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care team members through verbal and written communication
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, therapists, educators, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive, family-centered care
• Educating and supporting families regarding therapy goals, strategies, and recommendations to encourage continued progress outside of therapy sessions
• Sharing clinical knowledge, evaluation techniques, and hospital procedures with students, Clinical Fellows (CFYs), volunteers, and peers as appropriate
• Providing education, in-service training, and professional support to staff and community partners as requested
• Participating in department initiatives, quality improvement activities, and projects that support organizational goals and the mission of Children’s Specialized Hospital
• Completing timely, accurate documentation that meets regulatory and professional standards while supporting patient care coordination and department productivity expectations

This role might be for you if:

• You are passionate about helping children develop meaningful communication skills and improve their ability to participate in daily activities
• You enjoy creating individualized treatment plans that address each child’s unique strengths, needs, and goals
• You value collaboration and enjoy partnering with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Strong communication skills allow you to effectively evaluate, educate, and connect with patients, families, and colleagues
• You are committed to evidence-based practice and continued professional growth within pediatric speech-language pathology
• You approach challenges with clinical judgment, creativity, and adaptability
• You enjoy mentoring and sharing knowledge with students, Clinical Fellows, and other team members

To Be Considered:

To be considered for this opportunity, you must meet the following criteria:

• Education: Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Current and unrestricted New Jersey Speech Language Pathologist license.
• Certification: A Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and BLS Provider Certification through American Heart Association.
• Experience: Pediatric rehabilitation clinical experience is preferred, along with knowledge of communication and swallowing disorders, developmental processes, and evidence-based assessment and treatment approaches.
• Skills: Demonstrate excellent communication skills, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Schedule: Ability to work a Full-time schedule (40 hours/week)