Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) One Day per Week - URGENTLY HIRING

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Job description

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST AT CHILDREN'S THERAPLAY:

The SLP position works closely with our physical and occupational therapists to ensure quality outcomes. Each session consists of time spent in our newly remodeled clinic as well as time spent utilizing the movement of the horse as a treatment tool.

This position will be every Monday from 8:00am-6:30pm starting September 9, 2024. This position is eligible to provide PRN coverage throughout the week.

You will be part of a collaborative team that continuously strives to improve our skills and education. Monthly you will be provided with a two-hour team meeting receiving education and round tables to discuss complex cases.

Ongoing, intentional efforts are being made to ensure we are a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone belongs through third party collaborations and internal efforts.

YOU'LL SUCCEEED HERE IF YOU:

Enjoy working in a non-traditional setting where you can implement creative therapeutic interventions to improve functional outcomes.

Take pleasure in being part of events at TherAplay and community outreach.

Seek learning and the opportunity to continuously improve clinical skills.

Thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Are adaptable to change.

Do well working closely with a collaborative team on a daily basis.

Job Description

TITLE: Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

STATUS: Part Time

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Contract or W2

REPORTS TO: Director of Therapy Services

SUMMARY OF PRIMARY DUTIES & REPSONSBILITIES:
The Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for treating assigned patients as appropriate and per established policies and procedures; ensuring effective application of speech programs and treatment procedures and appropriate insurance billing and coding.

ESSENTIAL PRIMARY DUTIES FOR SPEECH PATHOLOGIST:
Evaluate, treat, and discharge assigned patients as appropriate.
Maintain timely and quality patient documentation in accordance with TherAplay' s best practices.
Confer with the entire care team to plan and implement effective care plans.
Maintain patient confidentiality at all times, conforming to HIPPA privacy regulations.
Other duties as assigned.

PREREQUISITE SKILLS:
Knowledge of Medicaid and private insurance plans.
Familiarity with a variety of speech, language, fluency, voice, and cognitive disorders.
Experience or training with Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) systems.
Intermediate pediatric feeding experience strongly preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team (PT & OT).
Basic computer literacy.
Ability to comply with all regulatory standards.
Must have working knowledge of the rehabilitation field and therapy professions.
Ability to effectively provide customer service to all customers and contacts.
Ability to communicate openly, honestly, directly, and effectively with all customers by both written and verbal skills.
Ability to incorporate a basic understanding of human behaviors, developmental needs, physical needs, emotional needs, and comfort during all interactions.
American Hippotherapy Association Level I and Level II preferred but not required.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: The candidate must have a current or pending Indiana SLP license. Pediatric experience is preferred, but not required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION: Master's degree in speech language pathology or related field.

CERTIFICATIONS: Maintain current ASHA certification, CPR/First Aid
Certification, and Professional Malpractice Insurance

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
Located in Carmel, Indiana, The Children's TherAplay Foundation, Inc. (TherAplay) is a mission driven organization with a team of dedicated employees who work enthusiastically and collaboratively to support the children we serve. If you are interested in being a part of our growing organization and you have a passion for helping build a program, we want to share more information with you!

TherAplay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the inclusion of and full participation by all persons in the achievement of our mission.

Work Remotely
No

Weekends
No

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: Up to $47.00 per hour

Expected hours: 9 per week

Medical Specialty:
Pediatrics
Schedule:
10 hour shift
Day shift

Work Location: In person

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