Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
About The Position
HealthPRO Pediatrics is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Early Intervention team in Ithaca, New York. This part-time opportunity offers flexibility, meaningful work with children and families, and the chance to grow within a supportive, therapist-led organization. HealthPRO Pediatrics, a division of HealthPRO Heritage, is a leading provider of pediatric therapy services dedicated to empowering children and supporting families. We foster inclusive learning environments and believe in supporting our clinicians just as strongly as we support the children we serve.
Requirements
- Graduate from an ASHA accredited Speech Therapy program
- Current State Speech Therapist license
- Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA when applicable
- Current CPR certification
- Efficient problem-solving skills
- Exceptional communication skills and time management skills
- Must keep best interest of the client and family at the forefront of all activities
- Collaborative nature
- Allegiance to the mission, values, and vision of the organization
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrate knowledge of principles, techniques, materials and equipment in pediatric speech therapy.
- Ability to evaluate a patient’s speech therapy needs and communicate the patient’s needs to the legal guardian and/or appropriate parties involved in the patient’s care.
- Ability to communicate with a high degree of written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of CPT & ICD 10 coding procedures.
- Thorough knowledge of speech therapy principles and practices.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of computer programs (EMRs)
Responsibilities
- Provides skilled speech therapy treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results of patients.
- Adheres to state requirements for supervision of SLPAs and Clinical Fellows to provide services with the highest care standards.
- Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, recommending and/or providing assistive equipment/ follow up programs.
- Promptly and thoroughly documents and maintains clinical and administrative records regarding patient limitations/interventions, treatments, responses and progress to administered therapy as well as discharge summaries.
- Maintains patient records confidentially.
- Records treatment charges daily and completes documentation in accurate and timely manner.
- Complies with the applicable State Speech Therapy Practice Act, codes and regulations.
- Must be able to recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations per protocols.
- Maintains clean work area, clean treatment rooms and requests needed supplies.
- Maintains professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.
- Complies with all company policies and procedures.
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers and other professionals as it relates to collaboration of care for the patient.
- Keeps regular clinic hours as approved by Manager.
- Directs all patient scheduling matters through the front desk coordinator.
- Attends meetings as requested.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- FREE CEUs
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
