Speech Language Pathologist - Children's Ambulatory

Help Children Thrive Through Expert, Compassionate Care

UVA Health Children's is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join our highly collaborative Outpatient Pediatric Rehabilitation team. This role offers the opportunity to work with children across all pediatric age groups and a wide range of diagnoses while partnering with experienced physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists who are passionate about delivering exceptional care.

If you are excited by the opportunity to grow your clinical skills, work with medically complex pediatric populations, and be part of a team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and professional development, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join UVA Health Children's?

Our pediatric rehabilitation team is made up of dedicated clinicians who believe great patient outcomes start with teamwork. We foster an environment where questions are encouraged, learning is ongoing, and team members support one another in delivering the highest quality care.

You'll have opportunities to expand your expertise while working alongside skilled colleagues in a multidisciplinary setting that serves children with varying medical and social complexities.

What You'll Do

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will:

• Perform speech-language evaluations for pediatric patients.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapy across the full scope of pediatric speech-language pathology practice.
• Collaborate closely with physical therapists, occupational therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Communicate effectively with families and caregivers.
• Participate in multidisciplinary clinics and care planning.
• Support patients with a broad range of developmental, communication, feeding, and medical needs.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on achieving outstanding patient outcomes.

Opportunities for Clinical Growth

This role offers exposure and development opportunities in specialized areas including:

• Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies (VFSS)
• Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
• Feeding and swallowing disorders
• Complex pediatric care
• Multidisciplinary developmental clinics

Whether you're building foundational experience or looking to expand your expertise, you'll have access to mentorship, continuing education, and hands-on learning opportunities.

What Success Looks Like

Within your first 6-12 months, you will:

• Deliver excellent patient-centered care.
• Build strong relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Collaborate effectively across disciplines.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills.
• Ask thoughtful questions and seek learning opportunities.
• Develop confidence in managing increasingly complex patients.
• Become a valued member of the rehabilitation team.

Essential Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Eligibility for licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist.
• Pediatric clinical experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to collaboration and teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with pediatric patients with medical complexity.
• Feeding and swallowing experience.
• Speech sound disorder experience.
• Exposure to Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies (VFSS).
• Exposure to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
• Experience working within interdisciplinary pediatric treatment teams.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate:

• Has pediatric experience and a passion for treating children.
• Values teamwork and collaboration.
• Is eager to continue learning and developing professionally.
• Thrives in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Is proactive and self-motivated.
• Demonstrates curiosity and strong clinical judgment.
• Enjoys working with patients across a wide range of ages, diagnoses, and levels of complexity.

Schedule & Work Environment

• 32-hour per week position
• Non-exempt role
• Outpatient pediatric setting
• No call responsibilities
• On-site position
• Not eligible for remote or hybrid work

Why This Role Stands Out

Strong Team Culture

Join a close-knit group of experienced PTs, OTs, and SLPs who genuinely enjoy working together and learning from one another.

Diverse Clinical Experience

Work with children across the pediatric age continuum and gain exposure to a broad variety of diagnoses and treatment approaches.

Professional Growth

Expand your knowledge through continuing education, mentorship, and opportunities to develop specialty skills in areas such as feeding, AAC, VFSS, and medically complex care.

Meaningful Impact

Help children and families overcome communication and feeding challenges while supporting long-term developmental success.

About UVA Health Children's

UVA Health Children's is committed to providing exceptional care for infants, children, and adolescents throughout Virginia and beyond. As part of a nationally recognized academic health system, our team combines innovative clinical care, education, and collaboration to help every child reach their fullest potential.

If you're a collaborative clinician who is passionate about pediatric care and excited by opportunities for growth, we encourage you to apply.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology completed in a CAA-accredited program or with CAA candidacy status.

Experience: No experience required.

Licensure: Provisional License to practice Speech-Language Pathology from the Virginia Board of Examiners for Audiology and Speech Pathology required. Eligibility for Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY). American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, humidity, heat, blood/body fluids, infectious disease and dust.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement Savings
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and Education Support

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.