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The Kidz Club PPEC

Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist

The Kidz Club PPEC, St. Petersburg, Florida, United States, 33739

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Overview

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) at TKC Therapy. TKC Therapy provides high-quality and intensive PT, OT, and ST services to children attending The Kidz Club (TKC), a Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care (PPEC) center. PPEC centers provide daily skilled nursing care to medically-complex children, ages birth to under 21. For more information, visit the TKC Therapy website. Our Expectations

As an SLP at this facility, we strongly prefer experience in pediatric feeding and/or high- and low-tech AAC, as this makes up a large portion of the caseload. The caseload also heavily includes early intervention, play-based therapy. The children range from NICU-discharged infants to young adults in wheelchairs; you must be comfortable treating this wide range. The facility emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration; you must be able to work with other therapists and staff (PT, OT, ABA, nurses, caregivers) and be comfortable with basic medical terminology and processes. The setting includes medically-complex children, some with behavior issues; you must be confident in therapeutic intervention for unique cases and able to manage disruptive behaviors. This is a fee-for-service role with schedule flexibility, but requires hard work, self-motivation, and strong time management. We value an easy-going personality, adaptability, and a passion for helping children with special needs. Regarding CF applicants: we are not accepting clinical fellows at this time unless most recent externship was in pediatric hospital or PPEC; a reference call with externship supervisor will be required as part of the interview process. Responsibilities

Assess and diagnose a variety of speech, language, and feeding disorders for the medical population, ages birth to 21 Develop individualized treatment plans following a comprehensive evaluation to address clients' communication and swallowing difficulties Utilize evidence-based practice in therapy sessions tailored to each client's specific needs Complete all documentation and treatment plans in a timely, thorough manner Provide education and guidance to clients, families, and caregivers on strategies for carry-over therapy at home Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physicians, nurses, and fellow therapists, to coordinate comprehensive care for clients Stay current with advancements in the field through continuing education and professional development activities Adhere to ethical and professional standards outlined by ASHA and state licensing boards Current CPR (BLS) certificate Qualifications

Possession of a master's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited program, CCC from ASHA, and state licensure from the Department of Health Clinical experience working with the pediatric population (medical pediatric population strongly preferred) Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams Proficiency using standardized assessment tools, therapeutic interventions, and assistive technologies relevant to the field Commitment to maintaining professional competency and adhering to HIPAA policies and ethical standards Current CPR (BLS) certificate Benefits

Flexible schedule; start/end times and daily scheduling of patients is largely up to the therapist, as long as caseload productivity is met PTO accrual and paid holidays 401K or Student Loan Reimbursement Health Benefits or HRA plan Vision and Dental Benefits Life Insurance (Basic and Voluntary) Long-Term Care with Death Benefit FSA - Dependent Care Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance packages Always Closed Nights, Sundays, and Major Holidays Pay Range

$37-42/hour, dependent on qualifiers Location

St. Petersburg, FL Employment details

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