Speech Language Pathologist
About The Position
KidsCare Home Health is a therapist-operated home health company providing therapy services to children with special needs in their homes. The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates, organizes, and conducts medically prescribed speech therapy for pediatric patients in a home health setting, and guides patients and caregivers in tasks to reinforce and enhance performance. The role offers flexibility to choose caseload size, patients, and treatment times. The company describes its culture as therapist-operated, ethically centered, and supportive of work-life balance, and highlights internal promotion and redesigned mentorship programs. The position includes clinical evaluation and treatment, caregiver training, coordination with office staff and other disciplines, communication with patients and families, consultation with physicians, record keeping, and participation in quality improvement and continuing education activities. The SLP may also mentor students and new hires, provide backup coverage for other caseloads, and perform other assigned duties. The pay range is $60–$75 per session, based on skill set and experience. The company offers health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid time off; a 401(k); professional development funds; tuition reimbursement; and a company car.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Current state-issued professional licensure.
- Valid state driver license.
- CPR certification.
- Ability to read and write simple correspondence and speak effectively in small groups.
- Strong critical-thinking skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to interpret instructions and solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables.
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Nice To Haves
- Pediatric clinical experience.
- Home health experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical treatment, including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family or caregiver training.
- Evaluate receptive and expressive language, speech fluency, vocal and oral motor competence, articulation, and auditory skills.
- Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
- Communicate with pediatric patients and families about progress, problems, home programs, and other matters related to therapy.
- Refer patients and family members to appropriate professionals, agencies, services, and resources.
- Consult with physicians about patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
- Maintain supplies and equipment.
- Attend internal and external public education functions, which may include periodic in-service sessions.
- Participate in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
- Attend continuing education activities and expand the scope of service.
- Maintain an adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
- Participate in team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
- Share knowledge and skills with colleagues.
- Mentor students and new hires.
- Participate in professional organizations and activities.
- Use initiative and independent judgment in performing job responsibilities.
- Provide backup services for other caseloads as needed.
- Comply with company policies, practices, and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Professional development funds
- Tuition reimbursement
- Company car
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Job Type
Full-time
