Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellow

KidsCare Home Health; Kaufman (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An ethical, therapist-owned home health company is seeking a passionate Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellow. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential therapy services to children in their homes, promoting their development and well-being. With a strong focus on mentorship and professional growth, the company fosters a supportive environment where therapists can thrive. Enjoy the flexibility of creating your own schedule and caseload while making a meaningful impact in your community. Join a team dedicated to enhancing the lives of pediatric patients and their families.

Benefits

Full Benefits Package

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Funds

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Current licensure and CPR certification are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical treatment including screenings and evaluations.
• Maintain communication with patients and families regarding progress.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement.

Skills

Critical Thinking Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational Skills

Effective Public Speaking

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Current State-issued Professional Licensure

CPR Certified

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellow

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KidsCare Home Health is an ethical, therapist-owned and operated home health company. We are seeking to immediately hire a Intern 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 our C.A.R.E. culture. In return, we offer a full benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; paid time off, 401K, professional development funds, and tuition reimbursement.

What Sets Us Apart

• Therapist Owned/Operated - We understand your challenges firsthand.
• Ethically Centered - Our clients 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.

The licensed Intern 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 maintain 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.

Education And Work Experience Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current state-issued professional 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 skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret instruction and solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables.
• Proficient computer skills including 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 include close vision.
• Moderate noise level (e.g., business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).

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

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care