Post Doctoral Fellowship in Speech - Language Pathology

1. Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution
2. Eligible for clinical fellowship year (CFY) under American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) standards
3. Experience with pediatric patients preferred (may be implied but not explicitly listed)
4. Authorization to work and train in the U.S. as required by employer regulations

The Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellowship at Lurie Children’s Hospital is a one-year postgraduate professional training experience designed for speech-language pathology graduates ready to transition from academic preparation to clinical practice. Fellows receive supervised clinical opportunities to evaluate and treat a wide range of pediatric communication and feeding disorders, including articulation, language delays, swallowing dysfunction, fluency issues, voice disorders, and augmentative-alternative communication needs. The fellowship exposes trainees to varied diagnostic and therapeutic settings across the hospital’s inpatient and outpatient services, supporting skill development in pediatric assessment, evidence-based intervention, interdisciplinary collaboration, and family-centered care. Participants benefit from mentorship by experienced speech-language pathologists certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, ongoing professional development opportunities, and involvement in department practice standards. This clinical fellowship supports the transition toward independent practice while reinforcing best practices in pediatric rehabilitative care.