Speech pathologist assistant job description

• Bachelors Degree in Speech Language Pathology or Communication Disorders
• State SLP-A License
• Experience working with K-12 kids

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SLP-A

As a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLP-A), you spend most of your day utilizing your excellent communication skills as you interact with a diverse population of students, teachers, specialists, parents, and colleagues to improve the lives of the children you work with. You provide high-quality speech-language therapy services to students based on their IEPs/504 plans. Conducting evaluations, assessments, analyzing results, and writing reports, you determine the strengths and areas of concern in speech, voice, fluency, pragmatics, language, and oral motor skills.

In order to support students in their overall educational improvement, you assist in developing treatment plans (IEPs/504 plans). Helping students become successful in a school setting and beyond through speech-language therapy, is meaningful work that builds a rewarding career. Plus, boredom is never a factor because no two days are alike and every student is unique. As an SLP-A, you love being able to work with these exceptional students and aid them in their success.

Do you have strong communication skills? Are you self-motivated? Are you patient and willing to problem solve? Can you easily connect with children and their parents? If so, you may be perfect for this SLP-A position!

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that would be right for this SLP-A position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified pediatric therapists, including speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to school psychology, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program . We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits .

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American Medical Staffing
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
School


American Medical Staffing (AMS) is currently seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant - School for agency contract positions in Baltimore, MD

Details:
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant-School
Location: Baltimore, MD
Shift Time: Days 730a-4p - Full time hours
Number of Positions: 10
Compensation: Variable (depends on experience, specialty, facility, urgency, shift time, and location)


Specific details regarding compensation, population, unit/caseload details, experience requirements and scheduling are available upon request, talk with a recruiter today.



Benefits of working with AMS include:

• Competitive and negotiable wages: local and travel packages available
• Win/Win referral Bonus program - $500 for you and $500 for them
• Day one benefits including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental benefits
• 401k plans - eligible after 90 days of employment
• Parking and compliance / credential / CEU / licensure / travel reimbursements available
• Weekly compensation with direct deposit available
• Flexible Paid Time Off Packages

American Medical Staffing is a staffing agency headquartered in Baltimore, MD with a local office in Fredricksburg, VA as well. Our goal is to CREATE an extraordinary experience for our health care professionals. Our roots are nurse owned and operated so we know what clinicians want - lots of options, a smooth and informed placement process, competitive and accurate pay, great customer service and responsiveness to requests, and advocacy when there is an issue. When AMS was founded in 2001, we started our company with a mission to be a better agency than our competitors. We have always put a heavy emphasis into what is best for our employees, not necessarily just our clients or our company. You are not an expense as you may be to a hospital; you are an asset. We take employee advocacy seriously; you are not just a number to us. The end result is that you don`t work for us; we work for you. Since starting in Baltimore, MD, we continue to grow throughout the country. Check out our industry leading reviews on Google and Indeed to see how much our clinicians enjoy working with us!

Apply online now or for immediate consideration!

American Medical Staffing (AMS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

The Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist Assistant is a qualified, licensed

individual who skillfully implements a physician ordered speech- language therapy care plan as

planned, delegated and supervised by the Supervising Certified Clinical Competent Speech Language

Pathologist. Patient visits are predominately performed in private residence for home health care

agency.

Requirements:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Completes a minimum number of visits defined by the agency.

• Implements treatment plan as instructed by the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.

• Instructs patients, their families and other members of the health team in regards to therapy procedures.

• Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding changes in patient status to the supervising Speech Language Pathologist and the appropriate team person.

• Records relevant treatment data in accordance with agency standards and completes and submits all documentation in a timely manner.

• Assists the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist in preparation for patient care conferences and communicates with other members of the home health team to facilitate coordination of patient care.

• Participates in staff development and in-service education with the agency to learn new treatments, procedures, developmental skills, etc.

• Performs all duties in compliance with agency policies and procedures. Adheres to all rules,

regulations, code of ethics, guidelines and codes in federal, state and local laws which are concerned with the practice of speech language pathology.

• May be required to meet with supervisor, technical support personnel, staffing personnel, or other support staff as needed to maintain therapy standards and patient care.

• Incidental time is a part of the job responsibilities which includes, but not limited to, patient chart updates, patient notes and call logs, performance reviews, supervisory meetings, and drive time to patient's home.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate with a bachelor degree from an accredited school program in Speech-Language Pathology.

• Currently licensed to practice as a Speech Therapy Assistant in the state of Texas.

• Relevant clinical experience with focus working with pediatrics' developmental delays.

• Must be physically and legally able to operate a vehicle.