ABOUT US:

Synaptic Pediatric Therapies offers pediatric speech and occupational therapy throughout the Dallas-Forth Worth area. We have a total of 9 clinics and growing! We are built upon family values and genuine compassionate bonds between our patients and our therapists. We are driven by the children and families we get to serve in our community. 

We strive to provide the best and most genuine service, and for that same reason, we look for genuine, passionate, and caring staff to join the team. We are determined to achieve the goals set for our patient’s success with their development and their place in the world!

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are looking for a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist in our Wylie location.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES/EXPECTATIONS:

• Complete a minimum of 120 sessions per month. This is a full-time position.
• The clinic's operating hours are Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 6:30 PM. Reoccurring therapy sessions will be scheduled Monday - Thursday between 9 AM to 6:30 PM. Fridays are open to schedule make-up sessions and/or evaluations as needed. Therapists are expected to be available to be scheduled during clinic operating hours. 
• Evaluate and treat patients with temporary or long-term speech, language, hearing, swallowing, and cognitive-communication disabilities/disorders in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Develop, revise, and implement Plans of Care to include long-term and short-term goals appropriate to each patient’s therapy needs.
• Seek and participate in professional development opportunities to provide high-quality, evidence-based treatments/care to patients on caseload. 
• Document all services, activities, and consultations within areas of training and expertise.
• Complete all required, service-related documentation, including but not limited to: treatment notes, progress notes/reports, discharge notes, initial evaluations/re-evaluations, appeal letters, letters of medical necessity, etc) by company deadlines.
• Demonstrate professionalism and good interpersonal communication skills to interact with children, adolescents, families, team members, and professionals in related fields.
• Educate, collaborate, and provide resources to families/patients to maximize progress and carryover of skills.
• Maintain continuing education units and licensure required to practice in Texas.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures. 
• Opportunities to supervise interns, graduate students, or Clinical Fellows (stipend included in supervising Clinical Fellows)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Passion for children and families
• Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders
• Valid and current Texas state license in Speech-Language Pathology
• ASHA-Certification (CFs are welcome to apply)
• Willingness to grow your skillset through continuing education
• Strong written documentation skills and verbal communication skills 
• Desire to collaborate with occupational therapists and other SLPs within the team
• Experience working with children with a variety of communication and/or swallowing disorders. This includes but is not limited to speech sound disorders, language disorders, autism, and other developmental disabilities.

SCHEDULE:

Clinic hours are between 9 AM and 6:30 PM. Monday - Thursday, 9:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Fridays as needed for evaluations, makeups, and completing documentation.

COMPENSATION:

Pay is per visit. Average depending on caseload: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year. Biweekly pay.

BENEFITS & PERKS:

• Health, Dental, and Vision plans are available through BCBSTX after 30 days of employment. We cover 50% of the employee premium.
• 25 days of time off.
• PTO Program (12-18 average paid days off) 
• Major holidays off (10 days)
• 50% cover for your continuing education and licensure expenses
• You can request therapy material under the monthly clinic budget
• You have your own private room to complete therapy
• Flexibility - You are welcome to take a break or leave the office to run errands in between patients
• The average caseload is 20-25 patients, at 120 visits a month (we want you to focus on providing quality care for your patients!)
• Notes due weekly instead of daily
• Be part of a dynamic culture dedicated to supporting & empowering our therapists and patients

This is an immediate opening. Apply today!