Speech Pathologist

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare

. Work as part of an interprofessional team to assess, plan, and treat children referred for services in home, school, and/or community settings .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeMemphis • Tennessee • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in Speech Pathology with a Master's Degree and relevant licensure, providing individualized treatment plans and effective communication within interprofessional teams. Capable of evaluating treatment effectiveness and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining compassionate care for diverse populations.

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Master's Degree In Speech PathologySpeech Pathologist License (Tennessee)Knowledge Of Current Theories And Principles In Speech PathologyExcellent Verbal And Written Communication SkillsAbility To Provide Guidance And Direction To Therapy Assistants

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Hard Skills

Speech Therapy ServicesIndividualized Treatment PlansEvaluation And AssessmentTreatment Plan Effectiveness EvaluationRegulatory ComplianceDocumentation And Case TrackingPhysical Activity PerformanceEmergency Response

Soft Skills

Problem-Solving SkillsConflict-Resolution SkillsSensitivity And CompassionRespect For Diverse CulturesInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Speech Pathologist License (Tennessee)Speech Pathologist License (Mississippi)

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Interprofessional TeamPatient CareChildren's ServicesQuality StandardsOrganizational Policies

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Key responsibilities & impact

Work as part of an interprofessional team to assess, plan, and treat children referred for services in home, school, and/or community settings
Provide direct speech therapy services or consultation to interprofessional/interagency team members and daily caregivers within scope of practice
Participate as part of the evaluation team in initial assessments to help establish diagnoses or probable sources of disorders or delays
Develop effective individualized treatment plans as a speech therapy specialist or collaborative team member
Evaluate treatment-plan effectiveness and adjust treatments to maximize outcomes
Maintain reliable systems to document, track, and monitor cases
Follow established procedures and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and organizational policies
Model behavior consistent with MLH Mission, Vision, and Values
Perform other assigned or requested job functions
May provide guidance and direction to therapy assistants

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's Degree in Speech Pathology
Required Speech Pathologist license from the Tennessee Board of Communications Disorders and Sciences
Preferred Speech Pathologist license from the Mississippi State Department of Health Professional Licensure Division
Thorough knowledge of current theories and principles in speech pathology
Ability to interact with peers, medical staff, patients/families, and other constituents involved in patient care
Knowledge of the system through which children obtain care
Excellent verbal and written communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills
Sensitivity, compassion, and respect for people of diverse cultures
Ability to provide guidance and direction to therapy assistants
Ability to perform physical activities including climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion
Good balance and coordination
Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. frequently
Close visual acuity, including color, depth perception, and field of vision
Ability to tolerate frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact and exposure to body fluids and hazardous or poisonous materials
Ability to react quickly to emergency situations
Travel between work sites in a personal vehicle
Valid driver's license and current automobile liability insurance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time employment
Hybrid work arrangement
Career growth opportunities
Exposure to a mission-driven healthcare organization
Collaborative interprofessional team environment