Speech Language Pathologist

KidsCare Home Health • Athens, TX

11d

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is a therapist-owned and operated home health company providing therapy services to children with special needs in their homes. The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates, organizes, and delivers medically prescribed speech therapy to pediatric patients in a home health setting, while guiding patients and caregivers in tasks that reinforce and enhance performance.

The role includes clinical assessment and treatment, caregiver training, coordination with office staff and other disciplines, communication with families about progress and home programs, consultation with physicians, and maintenance of appropriate records and equipment. The SLP also contributes to quality improvement, continuing education, mentoring, team goals, and professional activities. KidsCare highlights work-life balance through clinician-selected caseload sizes and schedules, and offers mentorship and internal advancement opportunities.

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.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including strenuous therapy activities.

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 therapeutic matters.
• Refer patients and family members to appropriate professionals, agencies, services, and resources.
• Consult with physicians about patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
• Maintain therapy 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 scope of service.
• Maintain an adequate caseload with 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.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k).
• Professional development funds.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible caseload size based on lifestyle needs.
• Ability to create a schedule by choosing patients and treatment times.
• Mentorship and internal advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time