Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatrics

NovaCare Kids Pediatric Therapy•Oshtemo Charter Township, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NovaCare Kids is seeking a pediatric Speech Language Pathologist to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. The position provides maternity leave coverage for 12 weeks starting in December and is located at 5659 Stadium Drive, Suite 2, Kalamazoo, Michigan. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, with four 10-hour shifts (40 hours per week). Compensation depends on experience. The SLP evaluates and treats pediatric patients with a range of diagnoses, including developmental delay, cerebral palsy, genetic disorders, autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing conditions, feeding disorders, speech and language delays, childhood apraxia of speech, articulation disorders, and phonological disorders. ASHA certification and state SLP licensure are required; the posting also states that the position requires CCCs. Previous pediatric experience is preferred, particularly with a strong pediatric focus in school, and outpatient pediatrics experience is preferred.

Requirements

ASHA certification, including CCCs, is required.
State SLP licensure is required.
Meet ASHA minimum standards for initiation of a Clinical Fellowship Year, including 36 credit hours in prescribed study.
300 hours of prescribed clinical practicum experience required.

Nice To Haves

Previous pediatric experience, particularly with a strong pediatric focus in school.
Experience in outpatient pediatrics.

Responsibilities

Provide quality patient care while maintaining positive interactions with centers and patients.
Coordinate treatment programs with other clinical and therapeutic services.
Evaluate assigned patients and establish appropriate treatment goals and programs to maximize outcomes.
Continuously evaluate patients’ status and goals.