Lead Speech Language Pathologist

Synaptic Pediatric Therapies, LLC.; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and comprehensive bene

Leadership development

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Synaptic Pediatric Therapies, LLC. seeks a Lead Speech-Language Pathologist to guide and mentor therapists in our Mesquite clinic. You will balance direct patient care with leadership duties, shaping clinical policies and practices.

You will supervise fellows and students, participate in hiring, and collaborate with Clinical Directors to ensure high-quality, family-centered care for pediatric patients.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Texas SLP license and CCC-SLP are required.
• 2–3 years of pediatric experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and documentation abilities.
• Deep commitment to ethical, high-quality, family-centered care.
• Familiarity with EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive therapy sessions and evaluations for pediatric patients.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals and educate families.
• Complete all documentation accurately and on time.
• Mentor and support clinic therapists; lead team meetings and supervise students.
• Participate in hiring and onboarding of therapists; foster a collaborative clinic culture.
• Collaborate with Clinical Directors to implement clinic procedures and participate in leadership meetings.
• Address patient or clinician concerns with empathy and professionalism; contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Documentation

Family-centered care

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

About Synaptic Pediatric Therapies

At Synaptic Pediatric Therapies (SPT), we’re passionate about helping children reach their fullest potential through evidence-based, compassionate therapy. Our collaborative team of clinicians works in an uplifting, child-centered environment that values innovation, integrity, and connection.

We’re expanding our leadership team at our Mesquite Clinicand seeking an experienced Lead Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)to guide and mentor our therapists, support clinical operations, and ensure high-quality patient care.

Position Overview

As the Lead Speech-Language Pathologist, you’ll balance direct patient care with leadership responsibilities. You’ll foster professional growth within your team, maintain exceptional standards of care, and collaborate with senior leadership to shape clinical policies and practices.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced clinician who loves mentorship, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is ready to take on a leadership role in pediatric therapy.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care & Documentation

• Conduct comprehensive therapy sessions and evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and measurable goals.
• Provide education and ongoing communication to parents and families.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor and support clinic therapists to ensure excellence in patient care and documentation.
• Lead regular team meetings and one-on-one check-ins.
• Supervise Clinical Fellows and SLP students as needed.
• Participate in therapist hiring and onboarding.
• Foster a positive, supportive, and collaborative clinic culture.

Operations & Collaboration

• Collaborate with Clinical Directors to implement and improve clinic procedures.
• Participate in leadership meetings and ongoing professional development.
• Address patient or clinician concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the therapist and patient experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current Texas SLP licenseandCertificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)required.
• Minimum 2-3 years of pediatric experiencepreferred.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and documentation abilities.
• Deep commitment to ethical, high-quality, family-centered care.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred.

Why Join Synaptic Pediatric Therapies?

• Supportive, mission-driven work culture.
• Leadership development and mentorship opportunities.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families every day.