SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST CLINICAL MANAGER

Cole Health • Lumberton, NC

9d • $72,000 - $85,000

About The Position

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST CLINICAL MANAGER
COLE HEALTH
Lumberton, North Carolina
Commute Time
Pediatric SLP Leadership Opportunity: Elevate Your Clinical Skills with Expert Mentorship in a Supportive, Growth-Centered Team
Your professional journey is always evolving. Continue yours in a place where you feel valued, inspired, and part of something bigger. A place where your ideas matter, your goals are nurtured, and your passion for helping others thrives. At Cole Health, your growth never stops.
Role Overview: Speech-Language Pathologist - Clinical Lead
The Clinical Lead (CL) provides thorough diagnostic evaluations for children referred with potential speech, language, hearing, or swallowing disorders. With physician approval, the CL implements individualized treatment plans to help each child reach their highest level of communication and independence.
Beyond direct patient care, the CL supports the planning, organization, supervision, and delivery of speech services, and collaborates with occupational and physical therapy teams. Clinical Leads typically have 10-25% of their weekly schedule reserved for leadership duties, depending on clinic size, staffing, and specific responsibilities.
The Clinical Lead also works closely with clinic administration to coordinate therapy services across disciplines.
Why Join Cole Pediatric Therapy?
As part of our comprehensive benefits package, our Therapists and Clinical Leaders enjoy:
On-site mentorship across OT, PT, and Speech
Collaboration with Board-Certified Behavior Analysts for behavioral support
Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
A diverse pediatric caseload for expanded clinical experience
24 years of stability and community presence
Extensive career advancement and leadership development
Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
Opportunities for mission-focused therapeutic work locally and abroad
Manageable productivity expectations
Access to a Clinical Competency Specialist for advanced training
Professional development support
Quarterly community service and team-building events

Requirements

• Active North Carolina Speech-Language Pathologist license
• Minimum of 2 years of pediatric experience
• Supervision of SLPAs and CFs will be included - max of 2
• Master's degree from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program
• Completion of the Clinical Fellowship Year + at least 1 year of experience as a CCC-SLP
• Current North Carolina SLP license from the State Board of Examiners
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and clinical teams
• Competence in treating pediatric and adolescent populations
• CPR certification for all ages
• Basic computer skills; Microsoft Word preferred

Responsibilities

• The Clinical Lead (CL) provides thorough diagnostic evaluations for children referred with potential speech, language, hearing, or swallowing disorders.
• With physician approval, the CL implements individualized treatment plans to help each child reach their highest level of communication and independence.
• The CL supports the planning, organization, supervision, and delivery of speech services, and collaborates with occupational and physical therapy teams.
• The Clinical Lead also works closely with clinic administration to coordinate therapy services across disciplines.

Benefits

• Optional sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment program at select locations
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 2 weeks PTO (with rollover), 8 paid holidays, and 1 “You Day”
• 401(k) matching and retirement planning support
• Referral bonuses for clinical hires
• $500 annual continuing education stipend
• Performance-based bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees