Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellow

Kidscarehomehealth; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An ethical, therapist-owned home health company is seeking an Intern Speech-Language Pathologist to provide therapy services to children with special needs. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the community while enjoying a work-life balance. With a focus on mentorship and professional development, the company promotes from within, ensuring that therapists receive the support they need to succeed. Join a culture that values care and compassion, where you can create your own schedule and choose your caseload based on your lifestyle. This is a perfect chance for passionate individuals looking to grow in their careers while positively impacting the lives of children and families.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K

Professional Development Funds

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Current state-issued professional licensure is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and conduct speech therapy for pediatric patients.
• Coordinate care with office staff and maintain communication with families.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Public Speaking

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Computer Skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Current State-Issued Professional Licensure

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

KidsCare Home Health is an ethical, therapist owned and operated home health company. We are seeking to immediately hire aIntern Speech Language Pathologist.KidsCare provides therapy services to children with special needs in the comfort of their own homes. If you have a passion for working with pediatrics and making a difference in your community, while enjoying work-life balance, KidsCare is the place for you!

Our leadership team recognizes the hard work and dedication of our therapists by promoting from within and by adding leadership roles that come with minimal stress levels. We have also redesigned our mentorship programs so that everyone gets the guidance they desire; your success is our focus!

At KidsCare we desire to work with individuals who embody the values of the organization which together create ourC.A.R.E. culture. In return we offer afull benefits packageto include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; paid time off, 401K, professional development funds and tuition reimbursement.

What Sets UsApart:

• Therapist Owned/Operated– We understand your challengesfirsthand.
• Ethically Centered– Ourclients and therapists are our top priority.
• Work Life Balance– Choose your caseload size based on your lifestyle needs.
• Create Your Own Schedule– Choose patients and treatment times.

Responsibilities

The licensedIntern Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)will evaluate, organize, and conduct medically prescribed speech therapy to pediatric patients in a home health setting. The Intern SLP will direct the patient and their caregiver in selected tasks to reinforce and enhance performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide clinical treatment to patients including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family/caregiver training.
• Perform evaluations with special attention to receptive and expressive language skills, speech fluency, vocal and oral motor competence, articulation, and auditory skills.
• 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 Examiner's for Speech-Language Pathology.
• Responsible for the maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Attend internal and external public education functions which may include periodic in-service
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
• 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.
• Demonstrate initiative and independent judgment in performing all job responsibilities.
• Will serve as the backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
• Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Currentstate-issuedprofessional licensure.
• Valid state driver license.
• CPR certified.
• Pediatric clinical experience preferred.
• Home health experience preferred.

Other Qualifications and Skills

• Ability to read and write in simple correspondence with effective public speaking in small groups.
• Excellent critical thinking and critical thinking skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret instruction with the ability to solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables.
• Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping and routine database activity.
• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Physical Demands/Working Environment

• Spends one-third to two-thirds of time in standing, walking, reaching sitting kneeling, and crawling activities.
• Over two-thirds of time is spent using hands, fingers, and will handle, feel, talk, and hear.
• Diverse indoor residential or childcare setting.
• Moderate physical activity performing strenuous activities of a therapy nature.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements.
• Moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.