Speech Language Pathologist Clinical Lead

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.

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

Position Details :

This salaried Clinical Lead role includes a 75 / 25 clinical-to-leadership split , totaling 40 hours per week with flexible scheduling. Ideal candidates are motivated to mentor developing clinicians, foster clinical excellence, and support strong patient outcomes.

Compensation :

Salary : $72,000–$85,000 annually

Bonus potential : $2,600+ per year

Optional sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment program  at select locations

Location :    210 Liberty Hill Road Lumberton, NC 28358

Apply now , and our Director of Talent Development—an experienced therapist with over 19 years at Cole Pediatric Therapy—will personally reach out to share more about these opportunities and what makes Cole Health an exceptional place to grow.

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

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

Manageable productivity expectations

Access to a Clinical Competency Specialist for advanced training

Professional development support

Performance-based bonuses

$500 annual continuing education stipend

Quarterly community service and team-building events

Qualifications :

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

#HP