Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatrics

NovaCare Rehabilitation; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking a pediatric Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide care and treatment for children with a variety of diagnoses in Kalamazoo, MI. This is a temporary position covering maternity leave for 12 weeks starting in December.

The ideal candidate will have previous pediatric experience and must hold state SLP licensure and ASHA certification. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, establishing treatment goals, and collaborating with other services to maximize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have CCCs for this position.
• Experience in outpatient pediatrics is preferred.
• Meet ASHA minimum standards for initiation of Clinical Fellowship Year.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care while maintaining positive interactions.
• Coordinate treatment programs with other services.
• Evaluate patients and establish appropriate treatment goals.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Collaboration skills

Patient care

Strong communication

Education

State SLP licensure

ASHA certification

300 hours clinical practicum

Job description

Position: Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatrics (PRN)

Location: 5659 Stadium Drive, Ste 2, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Schedule: Monday-Thursday (4 x 10 shifts - 40hrs a week)

Compensation: Depends on experience

NovaCare Kids is seeking a pediatric Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our fun, collaborative, multi-disciplinary team! This will be maternity leave coverage for 12 weeks starting in December. Previous pediatric experience preferred with strong pediatric focus in school

We evaluate and treat a variety of pediatric patients with diagnoses ranging from developmental delay, cerebral palsy, genetic disorders, autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing, feeding disorders, speech and language delays, childhood apraxia of speech, articulation, and phonological disorders.

Must have CCCs for this position! Experience in outpatient pediatrics is preferred.

• Build Relationships: Provide quality patient care while maintaining a positive level of interaction with centers and patients.
• Collaborative Approach: Coordinate treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services
• Personalized Treatment: Evaluate assigned patients and establish appropriate treatment goals and programs to maximize outcomes. Provide ongoing evaluation of your patients’ status and goals.
• Meet American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) minimum standards for initiation Clinical Fellowship Year including but not limited to 36 credit hours in prescribed study.
• State SLP licensure and ASHA certification is required.
• 300 hours in prescribed clinical practicum experience required.