Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatrics - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

NovaCare Rehabilitation; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Student debt relief $350/mo

Mentorship program

CEU program with certifications

Generous PTO

Medical/Dental/Vision

Company 401(k) matching

Disability protection

Job summary

NovaCare Kids is seeking a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist to join our collaborative, multi-disciplinary team in Kalamazoo, MI. The role involves evaluating and treating a wide range of pediatric communication and feeding disorders, with strong mentorship in feeding therapy and AAC. New graduates pursuing CFY are encouraged to apply.

This position offers a supportive environment with diverse therapy opportunities and a path for professional growth within our outpatient pediatric specialty.

Qualifications

• State licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and ASHA certification required.
• New graduates seeking to complete CFY are welcome to apply.
• 300 hours of prescribed clinical practicum experience required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat pediatric patients with diagnoses including developmental delay, cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing, feeding disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, and childhood apraxia of speech.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to coordinate treatment plans.
• Provide feeding therapy and AAC services as part of pediatric care.
• Support professional growth through mentorship and program offerings.

Job description

Position: Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatrics

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

Schedule: Monday-Friday with hours between 8am-6pm

Compensation: Depends on Experience

Incentives: Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus and/or $350 per month in uncapped student debt relief

NovaCare Kids is seeking a pediatric Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our fun, collaborative, multi-disciplinary team!

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. Feeding experience is preferred.

This position offers strong mentorship in all areas of pediatric speech language pathology, including feeding therapy, AAC, and more. New graduates seeking to complete their CFY are welcome to apply!

Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being:

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Education for Growth: Unmatched CEU program with paid national certifications
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
• Ease the Burden: Our student loan repayment program helps alleviate the financial pressure of student debt
• Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives
• 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.