Speech Language Pathologist - OUTPATIENT PEDIATRICS
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Job Description
Who We Are
At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‑being of every team member.
Our Legacy
Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‑driven team making a difference every day.
Our Values
Our core values—Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE)—guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.
Your Career With Us
Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact.
Excellence. Every person. Every time.
*THIS IS A PEDIATRIC OUTPATIENT POSITION*
Plans, administers, and coordinates speech therapy treatments to patients from all age groups in order to maximize their potential physical functioning. Performs Modified Barium Swallow evaluations in conjunction with the Radiology department.
Contributes to the development of speech therapy policies, setting of standards, and revision of procedures as needed. Works closely with family members to assure achievement of goals and continuity of care. Provides documentation of patient progress, reassesses and modifies goals and treatments as needed.
Assists department Director/Manager in administrative duties in all areas of care (Outpatient, Acute, and Skilled Nursing/ECF Areas).
Graduate of an accredited Speech Therapy Program with a Master’s degree.
May be a new graduate, but prefer 1 to 2 years of staff ST experience. Experience with PPS system and ability to articulate skilled criteria a plus. Desirable characteristics include proficiency in written and verbal communication, proficiency with computerized documentation, and the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public. Experience/competency with Modified Barium Swallows needed.
Licensed in State of Tennessee. Must hold a certificate of clinical competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA); may work as clinical fellow per ASHA guidelines to obtain certificate of clinical competence and apply for full licensure when 1260 hours of work and a minimum of 36 weeks of full-time experience or its part-time equivalent is achieved.
Key Responsibilities
The speech-language pathologist will plan, administer, and coordinate speech therapy treatments for pediatric patients to maximize their physical functioning. They will also perform modified barium swallow evaluations and collaborate with families to ensure continuity of care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree from an accredited Speech Therapy program and be licensed in the state of Tennessee. A Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA is required, though clinical fellows are eligible to apply.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
In Tennessee, the Speech-Language Pathologist weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$92k (54 salary observations; 355 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,468 salary observations; 21,665 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee vs national | $92k median in Tennessee | $97k nationally (−6%)54 state / 5,468 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Tennessee index 91.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Speech-Language Pathologist listings in Tennessee | 154 active | 7,665 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 10% remote · 62% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Speech-Language Pathologist pay trend | +4.1% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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