Speech Language Pathologist- Outpatient Neurology

Mayo Clinic • Phoenix, AZ

18d • $85,467 - $128,252 • Onsite

About The Position

Mayo Clinic in Arizona is seeking a medical Speech-Language Pathologist to join its nationally recognized team. The position requires advanced clinical expertise in diagnosing and managing a broad spectrum of speech, language, cognitive, swallowing, and voice disorders. The SLP provides patient-centered, evidence-based assessment and intervention in a multidisciplinary setting and may serve as a clinical instructor for graduate students in speech pathology, clinical fellows, and other medical professionals. Specialized responsibilities may vary according to departmental assignment and patient population.

This outpatient role is based on the Phoenix campus and involves evaluating and treating patients with neurological diagnoses such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, neurodegenerative diseases, brain tumors, and movement disorders. The SLP assesses and treats communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing disorders and may develop long-term therapeutic relationships with patients during recovery. The clinician practices independently and collaborates with neurologists, physiatrists, neuropsychologists, otolaryngologists, radiologists, and other interdisciplinary team members.

Candidates must be able to independently perform and interpret Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies (VFSS). Experience with Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) is encouraged but not required; training and mentorship may be available. The ideal candidate is clinically strong, highly organized, an excellent communicator, and passionate about evidence-based care for medically complex adults in a collaborative Neurology program.

Requirements

• Master’s or doctoral degree obtained, or eligibility to obtain one, from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology educational program.
• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA or eligibility to participate in a Clinical Fellowship (CF-SLP).
• Eligible for full SLP licensure in Arizona as a CCC-SLP or provisional SLP licensure in Arizona as a CF-SLP.
• Current BLS certification or ability to obtain it within 60 days of hire.
• Competence in independently performing and interpreting Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies (VFSS).

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage speech, language, cognitive, swallowing, and voice disorders.
• Provide evidence-based assessment and intervention for patients with neurological diagnoses, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, neurodegenerative diseases, brain tumors, and movement disorders.
• Assess and treat communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing disorders.
• Independently perform and interpret Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies (VFSS).
• Practice independently while collaborating with multidisciplinary team members.
• May serve as a clinical instructor for graduate students in speech pathology, clinical fellows, and other medical professionals.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision plan with a national network.
• HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefit plans.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time