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Speech Language Pathologist
Dallas, TX
Pediatric Speech Therapist
Position Overview
Join a pediatric acute care team as a Speech Language Pathologist in a neonatal and pediatric setting. You'll provide comprehensive swallowing and speech assessments and interventions for infants and young children.
The Role
- Conduct infant feeding and dysphagia evaluations for patients from birth through school age
- Perform swallowing and speech language assessments and interventions
- Collaborate with occupational therapists and physical therapists as part of a multidisciplinary therapy team
- Float to various pediatric units (NICU, PICU, CICU, pediatric floors) based on clinical competency
What We're Looking For
- Current Speech Language Pathology license/certification
- Demonstrated expertise in infant feeding and dysphagia management
- Pediatric Modified Barium Swallow Study experience strongly preferred
- Neonatal ICU experience a plus
- Ability to remain calm under pressure, build strong team relationships, and work independently with confidence
The Assignment
- Shift: Day shift, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Schedule: 36 guaranteed hours per week
- Duration: 13-week contract
- Float Requirement: Yes, to pediatric units per competency
- On-Call: No
Unit Details
You'll work alongside 3–4 speech and occupational therapists serving the entire therapy department. Patient ratios are 1 therapist to 10–12 patients, allowing meaningful time with each family.