Career Coaching for Speech-Pathology Graduate Students and Early Career Clinicians

The job market for speech-language pathologists in medical settings is very challenging. Many graduate students feel unprepared for a career in a hospital and have even more difficulty getting a clinical fellowship in their desired setting. Others have started their careers in non-medical settings and are looking to transition to a career in hospitals or rehab facilities but don’t know how to make the change. I have helped multiple graduate students and early career clinicians get a position in their target setting, negotiate a higher salary and develop their clinical skills. I can do the same for you.

I graduated with my B.F.A. in sculpture in 2008 and then went on to graduate school for speech-language pathology. After completing my master’s in 2011 I knew I wanted to work in a hospital. I was fortunate to get a CF which included experience in a small community hospital and since then I worked exclusively in acute care and inpatient rehab up until 2022 when I left my hospital position to pursue private practice. Over those 11 years, I worked in every type of hospital imaginable; from small community hospitals to large academic medical centers, comprehensive stroke centers and level 1 trauma centers. I know what SLPs in hospitals are looking for in a new hire, and I can also help to guide your clinical development so you will be well equipped to manage a medically complex caseload. I have also successfully negotiated salary increases of up to $15,000 for myself and previous mentees.

I can help with;

• Improving Clinical Knowledge and Decision Making

• Screening Job Postings and Offers

• Interview Preparation

• Salary Negotiation

• Strategic Planning for Career Changes

• Advocating for Yourself as an Employee

If you are looking for help in your job search, screening job offers, negotiating a salary, and improving your clinical skills, reach out to me here and we can begin working towards your career as a medical SLP.