Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :

Ability HomeCare is an example of excellence and has been providing quality services for over 17 years! We believe in being encouraging, uplifting, and remaining true to our mission of making a positive impact on all our patients and families we serve. We provide an exciting, creative, and rewarding workplace where Employees are our #1 asset! Ability HomeCare continues to specialize in Speech Therapy services and we're currently looking for qualified Speech Pathologists to join our Team! Apply today and you too can be part of something GREAT!

JOB SUMMARY :

Evaluates possible speech and language disorders in children and provides remedial therapies. Also works with parents and other agencies in helping each individual child reach his or her maximum potential. Assures that speech and language services are provided in accordance with the standards of practice established by the American Speech and Hearing Association and state and federal laws related to speech education.

EDUCATION :

Masters degree in Speech and Language Pathology

Current Texas License in good standing.

DUTIES :

Evaluate children for speech and language disorders and determine if their disorders can be treated in the home or daycare environment.

Evaluate other clinical needs, such as behavior issues, and make appropriate referrals to other agencies for assistance.

Develop the Plan of Care in consultation with the physician and other care team members.

Develop individualized objectives for the speech and language needs of each patient.

Reevaluate children to determine the need for continued services at a minimum of every 6 months. Evaluate the effectiveness and outcomes of care.

Ensure that physician orders are followed in regards to weekly therapy frequencies.

Prepares, maintains and processes required clinical, progress and supervisory documents, records and reports.

Consult and coordinate care with other disciplines.

Ensure appropriate discharge planning is completed.

Maintains up-to-date knowledge of research, theories and practices associated with the Speech and Language Therapy profession.

Makes recommendations to agency, therapists and therapy assistants regarding instructional materials and therapy aids needed to complete therapy.