Speech Language Pathologist

Join our team as a Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist!

UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist to work at our Children's Specialty Care Center in Erie, PA. Working hours will be Monday through Friday, Daylight, with 3 days/week until 6:00 pm. Travel will be required for orientation and training.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintains all required credentials and documentation to meet OSHA, TJC, CMS, and practitioner standards, including CEUs, licensure, CV, CPR certification, TB testing, safety/age/equipment competencies, and when applicable, a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Pursues ongoing professional growth and development aligned with the organization’s mission.
• Provides in‑service training and participates in community and continuing education programs as requested.
• Maintains accurate and timely progress notes and professional records for all patients receiving speech pathology services.
• Adheres to organizational policies, procedures, the Corporate Compliance Program, Code of Conduct, and HIPAA regulations.
• Delivers appropriate speech pathology treatment to all clients who may benefit from such services.
• Prepares diagnostic and evaluative reports with recommendations for individuals seen for Speech‑Language Pathology and Audiology services.
• Conducts diagnostic evaluations for all clients referred for Speech‑Language Pathology services.
• Compiles and reports accurate financial, statistical, and administrative data for Speech‑Language Pathology programs.
• Coordinates evaluation, scheduling, and treatment plans for clients referred for Speech‑Language Therapy.
• Actively participates in staff meetings, staff development activities, departmental committees, and in‑service programs.
• Obtains complete and relevant case histories for all clients referred for Speech‑Language Pathology services.

• MS, MEd or MA in Speech-Language Pathology.
• AOS, AAC Evaluation and Therapy experience preferred.
• Previous Pediatric experience preferred.
  
  Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
   
• CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competency) or meet the educational requirements for certification and be in the process of completing his or her Clinical Fellowship year. 
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. 
• Speech Pathologists license required for state in which employee provides services.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Clearances with Renewal:
  • Act 31, 33, 34, & 73

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran