Pediatric Speech Therapist - FT

Rise Family; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 90,921 - 129,494; Part time

Job summary

Rise Family is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist in Surprise, AZ to evaluate and provide therapy for children ages birth to three. This role involves working closely with families and a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive services.

Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Speech Therapy and possess significant clinical experience, preferably with pediatric patients. The position offers competitive pay and the opportunity to work flexibly based on family needs and schedules.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Speech Therapy is required.
• In-home and clinical setting speech therapy experience is required; pediatric experience preferred.
• Must meet all prescribed professional requirements and licensure as a Speech Pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluations, assessments, and ongoing therapy for children birth to three years old.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary core team to provide services to families.
• Participate in team meetings and family sessions.

Skills

In-home and clinical setting speech therapy experience

Pediatric experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Knowledge of AzEIP Policies and Procedures

Flexibility to work evenings or weekends

Education

Masters Degree in Speech Therapy

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Surprise Bell, AZ – Surprise, AZ 85378
Position Type: Contractor
Education Level: Masters Degree in Related Field
Salary Range: $80.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: Limited or Occasional
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Health Care

Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist will provide evaluations, assessments, and ongoing therapy for children birth to three years of age. The Pathologist will work as part of a comprehensive multidisciplinary core team to provide screenings, assessments, planning, and on‑going services in collaboration with the child's family, medical providers, and other community representatives. The Pathologist will participate in meetings such as Core Team meetings, one‑on‑one family sessions, and Individual Family Service Plan meetings. Services are conducted in natural environments (home, daycare, park, etc.) in the context of the family's typical routines so that information is meaningful and supports the child. Candidates must be open to a flexible schedule, be willing to work evenings or weekends as needed, and travel to attend meetings, training, and provide services in the North Peoria/North Glendale area.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Speech Therapy is required
• In‑home and clinical setting speech therapy experience required; pediatric experience preferred
• Completion of the AzEIP standards of practice for Early Interventionists within three years of a start date is required
• Demonstrable knowledge of AzEIP Policies and Procedures and Team Based Model
• Meet all prescribed professional requirements and rules of professional conduct as a Speech Pathologist, including applicable licensure
• Must be able to complete a successful background check and obtain a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills is a plus

Continuing Education

Licensed, registered, and certified Speech Language Pathologist practitioners shall complete the continuing education units required to maintain professional credentialing. Services are supported under contract with the Arizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP) participating agency.

Benefits

RISE Pediatric Therapies offers competitive pay depending on experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

RISE is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.