Speech Language Pathologist

KidsCare Home Health • Richardson, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

KidsCare Home Health is a therapist-operated home health company providing therapy to children with special needs in their homes. The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates, organizes, and conducts medically prescribed speech therapy for pediatric patients in a home health setting, and guides patients and caregivers through tasks that reinforce and enhance performance. The role includes coordinating care with families, office staff, physicians, and other disciplines, maintaining clinical records and equipment, and contributing to quality improvement, education, mentoring, and team goals. KidsCare emphasizes ethical, therapist-centered care, mentorship, work-life balance, and flexibility in caseload size and scheduling.

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.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds.
• Ability to perform the physical activities described for the role, including standing, walking, reaching, sitting, kneeling, crawling, and using hands and fingers.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical treatment to patients, 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 therapy-related issues.
• 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 carrying out job responsibilities.
• Provide backup services for other caseloads as needed.
• Comply with company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401K.
• Professional development funds.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible choice of caseload size based on lifestyle needs.
• Ability to create a schedule by choosing patients and treatment times.
• Mentorship and career-development opportunities, including promotion from within.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time