D.C. Speech Language Pathologist

KidsCare Home Health • Washington, DC

6d • Remote

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is an ethical, therapist operated home health company seeking to immediately hire a Speech Language Pathologist. KidsCare provides therapy services to children with special needs in the comfort of their own homes. The company emphasizes work-life balance, promotes from within, and offers redesigned mentorship programs. KidsCare values a C.A.R.E. culture and offers a full benefits package. Key differentiators include being therapist-operated, ethically centered, and promoting work-life balance with flexible scheduling.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current state-issued professional licensure.
• Valid state driver license.
• CPR certified.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric clinical experience preferred.
• Home health experience preferred.
• 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.

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.
• Serve as the backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
• Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• disability insurance
• life insurance
• paid time off
• 401K
• professional development funds
• tuition reimbursement
• company car

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level