Speech Language Pathologist

KidsCare Home Health•Tyler, TX

10d

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is a therapist-owned and operated home health company providing therapy to children with special needs in their homes. The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates, organizes, and provides medically prescribed speech therapy to pediatric patients in a home health setting, while directing patients and caregivers in tasks that reinforce and enhance performance. The role includes clinical treatment, family and caregiver training, care coordination, progress documentation, and communication with patients, families, physicians, and other professionals. The position also contributes to quality improvement, continuing education, mentoring, and team goals. KidsCare highlights therapist ownership and operation, an ethical focus, work-life balance, flexible caseload size, and the ability to choose patients and treatment times.

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, record keeping, and routine database activity.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.

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 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 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.