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Get Access To All JobsPrimary Location MOB - 3430 Burnet
Department DDBP - Speech/OT
Shift Day (United States of America)
Schedule Full time
Weekly Hours 40
FTE 1
Employee Status Regular
- Expected Starting Pay Range $67,537.60 - $86,112.00
- Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST FOR DEPT. OF DEVELOPMENTAL & BEHAVIORAL PEDIATRICS
Status/Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week / Monday-Friday, Day shift hours. We also provide “family-friendly hours” to accommodate families in late afternoon/evening.
Location: This job will primarily work at the Burnet Campus, but may travel to outpatient sites, as needed.
About the Job:
We are recruiting for a Speech-Language Pathologist in the Division of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics (DDBP), who will improve access for patients with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities, including in multidisciplinary diagnostic clinics. Position will also increase access to treatment of patients followed in DDBP.
About the Division of Speech Pathology:
Our specialists in the Division of Speech-Language Pathology believe it’s their job to create a positive atmosphere in which a child can learn to enjoy communication. We have the largest and one of the best programs in the nation. Our highly trained experts focus on personalized care, demonstrating our commitment to the best outcome for your child.
We begin with a comprehensive evaluation. Based on the evaluation results, an individualized treatment plan is developed for the child, with input from the family. In each case, the speech-language pathologist involves the family in the treatment process to ensure not only the best treatment outcomes, but also a high level of family satisfaction with the process. Our efforts are also directed toward making the therapy a positive and enjoyable experience for the child.
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in speech-language pathology or communication sciences & disorders
Active permanent license in speech-language pathology in the State of Ohio.
Have Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) granted by American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). (We are not accepting CFs at this time.)
Related experience working with specific patient population highly desired
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Diagnostic Evaluations: Using appropriate service delivery model, performs all routine and some specialty diagnostic evaluations. Chooses and administers appropriate tests according to standard procedures. Assesses communication skills, makes accurate diagnoses, appropriate recommendations and referrals. Provides evaluation results and counseling to parents/caregivers. Determines discharge criteria and prepares patient for discharge or transition as appropriate.
Treatment: Formulates appropriate long term and short term goals for every patient in treatment. Discusses and involves parents/family in treatment plan. Reviews and revises plans as appropriate. Using appropriate service delivery model, structures sessions to accomplish goals and document progress. Selects appropriate intervention strategies. Completes all required documentation and forms.
Clinical Care and Follow-up: Develops and maintains clinical skills in all basic competency areas. Demonstrates skill working through difficult issues and potential conflicts with patients/families. Demonstrates effective behavior management skills.
Scheduling and Contributions to Revenue: Assures that schedule is current and unavailable times are blocked in Epic. Communicates any changes with appropriate staff. Manages schedule and patient visits to make productive use of time and achieve billing targets. Anticipates scheduling variably and make adjustment in schedule accordingly. For example, anticipates decrease in therapy with school and holidays, increasing evaluation slots when therapy slots will be unfilled. Works the required number of family friendly hours. All of these hours must be available to be scheduled for therapy, unless an exception is approved by the supervisor. This percentage may increase dependent on Division needs.
Clinical Leadership: Serves as an expert clinician across the basic competency areas. Pursues plan to develop advanced competencies in areas of personal interest that align with division needs. Demonstrates self-direction in choosing and completing relevant continuing education. Demonstrates/models effective use of self-management with families. Demonstrates spirit of cooperation, respect, trust, time management, and professionalism.
The speech-language pathologist (SLP) is defined as the professional who engages in professional practice in the areas of communication and swallowing across the life span. Communication and swallowing are broad terms encompassing many facets of function. The entry level Speech-Language Pathologist focuses on developing expertise in the basic clinical practice areas: speech sound disorders, language, autism, and cultural/linguistic inclusion.
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
Primary Location MOB - 3430 Burnet
Department DDBP - Speech/OT
Shift Day (United States of America)
Schedule Full time
Weekly Hours 40
FTE 1
Employee Status Regular
- Expected Starting Pay Range $67,537.60 - $86,112.00
- Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST FOR DEPT. OF DEVELOPMENTAL & BEHAVIORAL PEDIATRICS
Status/Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week / Monday-Friday, Day shift hours. We also provide “family-friendly hours” to accommodate families in late afternoon/evening.
Location: This job will primarily work at the Burnet Campus, but may travel to outpatient sites, as needed.
About the Job:
We are recruiting for a Speech-Language Pathologist in the Division of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics (DDBP), who will improve access for patients with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities, including in multidisciplinary diagnostic clinics. Position will also increase access to treatment of patients followed in DDBP.
About the Division of Speech Pathology:
Our specialists in the Division of Speech-Language Pathology believe it’s their job to create a positive atmosphere in which a child can learn to enjoy communication. We have the largest and one of the best programs in the nation. Our highly trained experts focus on personalized care, demonstrating our commitment to the best outcome for your child.
We begin with a comprehensive evaluation. Based on the evaluation results, an individualized treatment plan is developed for the child, with input from the family. In each case, the speech-language pathologist involves the family in the treatment process to ensure not only the best treatment outcomes, but also a high level of family satisfaction with the process. Our efforts are also directed toward making the therapy a positive and enjoyable experience for the child.
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in speech-language pathology or communication sciences & disorders
Active permanent license in speech-language pathology in the State of Ohio.
Have Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) granted by American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). (We are not accepting CFs at this time.)
Related experience working with specific patient population highly desired
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Diagnostic Evaluations: Using appropriate service delivery model, performs all routine and some specialty diagnostic evaluations. Chooses and administers appropriate tests according to standard procedures. Assesses communication skills, makes accurate diagnoses, appropriate recommendations and referrals. Provides evaluation results and counseling to parents/caregivers. Determines discharge criteria and prepares patient for discharge or transition as appropriate.
Treatment: Formulates appropriate long term and short term goals for every patient in treatment. Discusses and involves parents/family in treatment plan. Reviews and revises plans as appropriate. Using appropriate service delivery model, structures sessions to accomplish goals and document progress. Selects appropriate intervention strategies. Completes all required documentation and forms.
Clinical Care and Follow-up: Develops and maintains clinical skills in all basic competency areas. Demonstrates skill working through difficult issues and potential conflicts with patients/families. Demonstrates effective behavior management skills.
Scheduling and Contributions to Revenue: Assures that schedule is current and unavailable times are blocked in Epic. Communicates any changes with appropriate staff. Manages schedule and patient visits to make productive use of time and achieve billing targets. Anticipates scheduling variably and make adjustment in schedule accordingly. For example, anticipates decrease in therapy with school and holidays, increasing evaluation slots when therapy slots will be unfilled. Works the required number of family friendly hours. All of these hours must be available to be scheduled for therapy, unless an exception is approved by the supervisor. This percentage may increase dependent on Division needs.
Clinical Leadership: Serves as an expert clinician across the basic competency areas. Pursues plan to develop advanced competencies in areas of personal interest that align with division needs. Demonstrates self-direction in choosing and completing relevant continuing education. Demonstrates/models effective use of self-management with families. Demonstrates spirit of cooperation, respect, trust, time management, and professionalism.
The speech-language pathologist (SLP) is defined as the professional who engages in professional practice in the areas of communication and swallowing across the life span. Communication and swallowing are broad terms encompassing many facets of function. The entry level Speech-Language Pathologist focuses on developing expertise in the basic clinical practice areas: speech sound disorders, language, autism, and cultural/linguistic inclusion.
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
Consistently certified as great place to work
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Speech Therapist
Verify your CCC before applying
ASHA's Certificate of Clinical Competence is the credential employers cite in PERM job descriptions. Confirm yours is current and reflects your scope of practice before any employer submits a prevailing-wage request to DOL, since mismatches trigger recruitment re-runs.
Target healthcare systems with PERM history
Hospital networks and pediatric rehabilitation groups file PERM applications regularly for SLPs because demand consistently outpaces the domestic supply. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with active green card sponsorship history specific to speech therapist roles.
Understand the two EB categories before negotiating
EB-3 covers licensed SLPs with a bachelor's or master's degree. EB-2 applies if your role requires a master's as a minimum entry requirement, not just preferred. Clarify which category your offer supports before signing, since it affects your priority date and wait time.
Check prevailing wage before the employer does
Run your job title and practice setting through the OFLC Wage Search before your first offer conversation. Knowing the DOL wage level for your region lets you flag underpaying offers that won't survive the PERM prevailing-wage determination step.
Confirm state licensure portability during PERM recruitment
PERM recruitment must advertise the actual work location. If your employer sponsors you for a role in one state but reassigns you during the green card process, your state SLP license may not transfer automatically, which can disrupt your authorized employment and the pending case.
Ask about concurrent filing eligibility at offer stage
If your priority date is current when the I-140 is approved, you can file the I-485 adjustment of status concurrently rather than waiting separately. USCIS allows this for eligible categories, and it significantly shortens the time between PERM approval and your green card interview.
Green Card Speech Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do speech therapist jobs commonly come with green card sponsorship?
Yes. SLP roles in hospitals, school systems, and skilled nursing facilities regularly include EB-3 green card sponsorship because persistent domestic shortages make PERM approvals straightforward for this occupation. Employers in healthcare and education are among the most frequent PERM filers for allied health professionals, and the DOL has recognized speech pathology as a consistently hard-to-fill category.
How does EB-3 green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for SLPs?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, capped at 65,000 slots annually, and subject to a lottery. EB-3 green card sponsorship is permanent, has no annual lottery, and leads to lawful permanent residency. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification and I-140 approval take longer than an H-1B filing, and nationals from India and China face priority date backlogs even at EB-3. Most other nationalities move through EB-3 without extended waits.
What does the PERM process look like for a speech therapist role?
Your employer starts by obtaining a prevailing-wage determination from DOL, then runs a mandatory recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. If recruitment confirms the shortage, the employer files the PERM application electronically. After PERM approval, they file your I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Once your priority date is current, you file for adjustment of status or attend a consular interview abroad.
How do I find speech therapist jobs that sponsor green cards?
Search by employer sponsorship history, not just job title. Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship records in speech therapy and allied health, so you're not manually reviewing postings and guessing at sponsorship willingness. Targeting employers who have already completed PERM filings for SLP roles cuts your timeline significantly.
Does my ASHA certification affect my EB-2 or EB-3 eligibility?
Your CCC-SLP from ASHA satisfies the specialty occupation credential requirement and strengthens the employer's PERM application by establishing that the role genuinely requires a licensed specialist. For EB-2, the position itself must require a master's degree as a minimum, which many clinical SLP roles do. Your CCC-SLP, combined with state licensure, is the documentation package most PERM applications for this title are built around.