Speech Language Pathologist

KidsCare Home Health•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is an ethical, therapist owned and operated home health company seeking to immediately hire a Speech Language Pathologist. The company provides therapy services to children with special needs in the comfort of their own homes. KidsCare emphasizes a passion for working with pediatrics, making a difference in the community, and enjoying work-life balance. The leadership team recognizes the hard work and dedication of their therapists by promoting from within and adding leadership roles with minimal stress. They have also redesigned mentorship programs to provide guidance, focusing on therapist success. KidsCare desires to work with individuals who embody their C.A.R.E. culture.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
Current state-issued professional licensure.
Valid state driver license.
CPR certified.
Ability to read and write in simple correspondence with effective public speaking in small groups.
Excellent critical thinking and critical thinking skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to interpret instruction with the ability to solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables.
Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping and routine database activity.
Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric clinical experience preferred.
Home health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate, organize, and conduct medically prescribed speech therapy to pediatric patients in a home health setting.
Direct the patient and their caregiver in selected tasks to reinforce and enhance performance.
Provide clinical treatment to patients including screenings, evaluations, direct treatment, and family/caregiver training.
Perform evaluations with special attention to receptive and expressive language skills, speech fluency, vocal and oral motor competence, articulation, and auditory skills.
Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
Maintain appropriate communication with the pediatric patient and family regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
Refer patients and family members to appropriate services including other professionals, agencies, and resources as appropriate.
Consult with physician on patient progress and maintains appropriate records.
Responsible for the maintenance of supplies and equipment.
Attend internal and external public education functions which may include periodic in-service.
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
Attend Continuing Education activities and expand scope of service.
Maintain adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
Collaborate with others through knowledge and skills sharing.
Participate in the mentoring of students and new hires.
Actively participate in professional organizations and activities.
Demonstrate initiative and independent judgment in performing all job responsibilities.
Will serve as the backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.