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Speech/Language Pathologist III - Outpatient/Main Campus

Children's National Medical Center
United States, D.C., Washington
Apr 21, 2026
Description The Speech Language Pathologist III provides advanced, evidence-based speech and language evaluation and treatment services to pediatric patients in an outpatient setting at the Main Hospital Campus in Washington, DC. This role supports children and families across a wide range of communication, feeding, and swallowing disorders, delivering high-quality care aligned with organizational and departmental standards. Under the direction of the Speech Director/Division Chair, the Speech-Language Pathologist IV will be responsible to evaluate speech/language of children and provide remediation for children with communication disorders. This position is ideal for an experienced Speech Language Pathologist who is committed to outpatient practice, patient- and family-centered care, and excellence in pediatric rehabilitation services within a hospital-based ambulatory environment. Qualifications Minimum Education Master's Degree Speech-Language Pathology (Required) Minimum Work Experience At least 6 years' experience as provider. Required Skills/Knowledge Demonstrated flexibility in the evaluation process. Shows knowledge of counseling techniques. Shows empathy and caring. Demonstrates knowledge of theoretical application. Demonstrates knowledge of cultural and linguistic diversity. Must be available for student/trainee to shadow daily responsibilities. Triages questions from staff, outside hospitals and physicians. Involved in extra division project that promotes the enhancement and dissemination of speech knowledge (i.e., IRB committee member, organizer of specialty event, etc.) Required Licenses and Certifications Speech-Language Pathologist Must be licensed in Washington, DC, Maryland and Virginia. Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and state licensure Functional Accountabilities Patient Evaluation Evaluate patients using standard and special procedures. Use appropriate protocol for age and disorder, complete protocol in a timely fashion. Show skills for a variety of disorders and test instruments. Use knowledge of cultural linguistic features appropriately in the diagnostic process. Use translators when appropriate; demonstrate use of appropriate language when necessary. Adapt procedures for specialized disorders (e.g., stuttering, alternative/augmentative communication, bilingual, etc.). Schedules/Self-Management Take initiative to maintain schedule. Show flexibility with schedule changes. Plan ahead for changes to schedule. Consistently meets or exceeds department standards for patient contact hours Test Results/Clinical Reports Report test results accurately using appropriate format. Remediation Services Deliver therapy in an appropriate manner. Use knowledge of theoretical application with patient. Prepare therapy progress reports, discharge summary and insurance requests based upon documented child performance within timeframe. Show productivity in patient progress. Show knowledge of counseling techniques-show empathy and caring Recognize the need for future counseling and know when to refer patient. Primary Location : District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations : CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010 Job : Non-Clinical Professional Organization : Ctr Neuroscience & Behav Med Position Status : R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time Shift : Day Work Schedule : Monday - Friday Job Posting : Apr 20, 2026, 7:15:51 PM Full-Time Salary Range : 88961.6 - 148262.4