Speech Language Pathologist

KidsCare Home Health•Richardson, TX

12d•Onsite

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 directs patients and caregivers in tasks to reinforce and enhance performance. The role includes family and caregiver training, care coordination, clinical recordkeeping, and participation in quality improvement, continuing education, mentoring, and team activities. KidsCare offers therapists choices about caseload size, patients, and treatment times, with an emphasis on work-life balance, mentorship, and internal career development.

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.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, recordkeeping, and routine database activity.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including strenuous therapy-related activities, and lift at least 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric clinical experience preferred.
Home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical treatment to patients, 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 therapy-related issues.
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, including periodic in-service activities.
Participate in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
Attend continuing education activities and expand the scope of service.
Maintain an adequate caseload and appropriate productivity.
Participate in team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals and share knowledge and skills with others.
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, and perform other duties as assigned.