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KidsCare Home Health

Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellow

KidsCare Home Health, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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Overview

Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellow

at KidsCare Home Health. KidsCare provides therapy services to children with special needs in the comfort of their own homes. We are seeking to hire an

Intern Speech Language Pathologist

(CFY) to join our team. Responsibilities

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 supervisor on patient progress and maintain appropriate records. Participate in supervised visits as outlined by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology. 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. 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. Demonstrate initiative and independent judgment in performing all job responsibilities. Will serve as the backup service provider for other caseloads as needed. Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures. Other duties as assigned. Education And Work Experience Requirements

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Current state-issued professional licensure. Valid state driver license. CPR certified. Pediatric clinical experience preferred. Home health experience preferred. Other Qualifications And Skills

Ability to read and write in simple correspondence with effective public speaking in small groups. Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. Ability to interpret instruction and solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables. Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping and routine database activity. Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Physical Demands/Working Environment

Spends one-third to two-thirds of time in standing, walking, reaching, sitting, kneeling, and crawling activities. Use of hands and fingers; ability to talk and hear. Diverse indoor residential or childcare setting. Moderate physical activity performing therapy-related tasks. Must be able to lift a minimum of twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Moderate noise typical of a business office with computers, phones, and printers.

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