Pediatric SLPA — Flexible Schedule & Home Health

KidsCare Home Health; Sheldon (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401K

Professional development funds

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

KidsCare Home Health is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant to deliver medically prescribed speech therapy to pediatric patients in home health settings. Under supervision, you guide patients and caregivers in targeted tasks to improve outcomes.

Essential duties include direct patient treatment, family education, and coordinating care with office staff and other disciplines. The role emphasizes maintaining records, continuing education, and productive caseload management.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree with emphasis in Communication Disorders and Sciences.
• Current state-issued professional licensure.
• Valid state driver license.
• CPR certification.
• 0–2 years of experience.
• Pediatric clinical experience preferred.
• Home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical treatment to patients including direct treatment, and family/caregiver education regarding status, goals, and progress.
• Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
• Maintain appropriate communication with the pediatric patient and family regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
• Refer patients and family members to appropriate services including other professionals, agencies, and resources as appropriate.
• Consult with supervisor on patient progress and maintains appropriate records.
• Participate in supervised visits as outlined by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology.
• Responsible for the maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Attend Continuing Education activities.
• Maintain adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
• Collaborate with others through knowledge and skills sharing.
• Actively participate in professional organizations and activities.
• Will serve as the backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
• Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.

Skills

Pediatrics

SLPA duties

Home health care

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communication Disorders

CPR certification

Current state licensure

Valid state driver license

0–2 years experience

Pediatric clinical experience preferred

Home health experience preferred

Job description

KidsCare Home Health is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant to deliver medically prescribed speech therapy to pediatric patients in home health settings. Under supervision, you guide patients and caregivers in targeted tasks to improve outcomes.

Essential duties include direct patient treatment, family education, and coordinating care with office staff and other disciplines. The role emphasizes maintaining records, continuing education, and productive caseload management.