What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech-Language Pathologist position at RISE Pediatric Therapies?
THE COMPANY
At RISE Pediatric Therapies, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. We provide high-quality Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, and ABA services that empower children and families across the communities we serve.
As a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, you will play a critical role in helping children develop the functional, sensory, fine motor, and daily living skills needed for success at home, school, and in everyday life.
THE POSITION
The Speech Pathologist provides speech and language therapy for young children through adulthood and will work as part of a comprehensive multidisciplinary core team in order to provide screenings, assessments, planning, and on-going services in collaboration with the child's family, medical providers and other community representatives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Complete assessment and therapy plan following the therapy evaluation including goals for participant
- Complete and provide a therapy evaluation report for each participant showing a need for therapy due to a functional limitation, a loss or delay of skill, or both prior to beginning therapy sessions
- Complete and provide a therapy evaluation report establishing that the participant will benefit and demonstrate progress as a result of the therapy services prior to beginning services
- Discuss results and provide a copy of the evaluation and goals to the participant/parent or guardian as appropriate prior to beginning therapy sessions
- Send a copy of the evaluation to the physician, nurse practitioner or physicians assistant that ordered the evaluation/therapy and obtain a signed plan of care
- Complete individualized and effective therapy sessions with each participant on your caseload/schedule
- Record data each therapy session and monitor progress weekly to determine progress or need to change goals
- Complete bi-annual progress reports and annual evaluation reports and send a copy to the participants physician, nurse practitioner, or physicians assistant and family
- Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology
- Be licensed by the Speech and Hearing Services Licensure Board to conduct speech-language assessments and therapy
- Possess a certificate of clinical competence in speech-language pathology from the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association (ASHA) or who will be eligible for certification within one year of employment
- Must be able to pass a background check
What Can We Offer You For All Your Hard Work? Perks for All:
- Competitive hourly rate
- Flexible schedule
- Meaningful Work
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process or hiring process, please submit your request through one of the following methods listed below:
(a) Dedicated fax 866-268-8885
(b) Dedicated email hrdept@riseservicesinc.org DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY
(c) US mail - 4554 E Inverness Ave Mesa, AZ 85206- Attn Human Resources
(d) Dedicated phone 1-866-242-2714 Option 1 (Employment Opportunities) DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY
RISE is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We embrace diversity in all its form. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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Job Type: Contract
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Sick Leave, Company Social EventsSalary : $89,192 - $120,933