Pediatric Feeding Speech Language Pathologist - Home Health (Arlington)

VIVA Pediatric Healthcare; Lake Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee assistance programme

Cell phone reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Voluntary insurance (accident &  c

Voluntary insurance (accident & 1)

Job summary

Viva Pediatrics in Lake Worth, TX seeks a Part-Time Pediatric Feeding Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our patient-centred team. You will perform assessments, develop Plans of Care, track progress and educate families, delivering clinical care for feeding, speech and swallowing disorders.

The role emphasizes flexible scheduling, in-home visits, and a supportive leadership team, with access to test kits and a web-based EMR system to streamline workflows.

Qualifications

• Current Texas State Licence as Speech Language Pathologist.
• One year of pediatric SLP experience in acute care or rehabilitation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of durable medical equipment.
• Able to perform in-home visits with patients.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• CPR certification current.
• Able to handle stressful deadlines and patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessment and identify patient needs.
• Document, prepare and complete patient Plan of Care; track progress and revise as needed.
• Meet mandatory continuing education requirements.
• Apply infection control concepts in coordinating patient care to prevent contamination.
• Provide treatment and evaluation for speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders with tests and progress notes.
• Educate families concerning patient deficits and discharge plans.
• Promote company mission and policies to ensure quality of care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Pediatric experience

MS Office

CPR certification

Education

Texas State Licence – SLP

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Part Time Pediatric Feeding Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in Lake Worth

Join Viva Pediatrics - Where Passion Meets Purpose! Here, you're not just a number, you're a valued member of our patient-centred community. Experience a work environment where quality care triumphs and your voice matters.

What Sets Us Apart:

• Family-Centric Approach: We're a family-owned company and driven by a heart for service, not just productivity. Our focus is on delivering exceptional care, not just meeting quotas.
• Unparalleled Flexibility: Your life, your schedule. Enjoy the freedom to balance work with your personal commitments. Our part-time roles come with no after-school or minimum caseload requirements.
• Empowering Leadership: Benefit from experienced therapy leaders who are not just bosses but mentors, guiding you towards excellence.
• Efficient Systems in Place: Our intake and authorisation teams streamline processes, making your work seamless and stress-free.
• Ethical and Transparent: We pride ourselves on ethical practices with no waiting lists and a healthy growth model that encourages open dialogue and idea sharing.
• Competitive Rewards: We recognise your hard work with competitive pay, acknowledging the value you bring to our team.
• Independence Within a Supportive Network: Enjoy the freedom to make decisions backed by a team that is always there when needed.
• Resources at Your Fingertips: Access to test kits, materials, and a state-of-the-art web-based EMR system to make your job easier.

We believe that offering a great culture leads to great care. Client testimonials: https://www.vivapeds.com/testimonials/

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessment and identify patient needs
• Document, prepare and complete patient Plan of Care. Track progress and revise as needed
• Meet mandatory continuing education requirements
• Apply concepts of infection control and universal precautions in coordinating and performing patient care activities to prevent contamination and transmission of disease
• Provide appropriate plan, treatment and evaluation for speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders with appropriate tests and measurements. Maintain pertinent records of specific tests performed and progress made
• Communicate and educate family concerning patient deficits, ways to facilitate treatment and appropriate discharge plans
• Promote company mission and administrative policies to ensure the quality of care

Requirements

• Current Texas State Licence as Speech Language Pathologist
• Current Texas Driver's Licence and reliable transportation
• One year of experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in an acute care or rehabilitation setting. Pediatric experience required
• Effective interpersonal relations and communication skills
• Knowledge of durable medical equipment
• Able to work in a patient's home in various conditions
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Proof of current CPR certification
• Ability to do heavy lifting, bending, pulling, pushing and standing. Prolonged standing and walking are required
• Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs and to meet patient/family individualised psychosocial needs

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Voluntary insurance (accident & critical illness)

Join us at Viva Pediatrics, where your career is more than a job - it's a journey of growth, support and purpose. Apply now and be a part of a team that's making a difference, one child at a time!