Speech-Language Pathologist

Job Overview About us Small Talk Pediatric Therapy Center is a privately-owned therapy practice specializing in pediatrics. Small Talk is currently hiring at our Ruckersville location. At Small Talk, we emphasize individual attention and specialized care in a warm and inviting setting with a non-clinical feel. We cater to quality of care over quantity of care, with therapists in charge of their own schedule. We strive to offer individualized, family-based treatment to our clients and encourage connection with families in order to maximize growth, with treatment plans tailored to the unique needs of each client. Our office provides speech, occupational and physical therapies, with opportunities to work together with other disciplines for a holistic approach to treatment. Our office also provides reading intervention services and the opportunity to tie in a child's needs specific to reading with other skill sets that may be lacking such as phonological awareness skills, handwriting, comprehension, and more. Immediate availablity. Seeking experienced candidates with strong clinical skills and experience working with a diverse population. Candidates for our Ruckersville location will have the opportunity to work part of their schedule within a school setting. Preference for SLPs who can provide supervision for a SLPA. Must have strong people skills and be comfortable working closely with families and other professionals. Flexible hours available with therapists in charge of their own schedules. Excellent benefit package for full-time options. Responsibilities Conduct thorough patient assessments to determine speech and language needs. Develop and implement individualized therapy plans tailored to each patient, focusing on pediatric populations. Provide speech therapy services through in-person modalities in office (potential school setting, location specific). Collaborate with families and educational staff to supporthome carryover of skills. Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment outcomes. Stay updated on medical terminology and advancements in speech therapy practices. Duties Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to identify speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs, including early intervention strategies for pediatric clients Deliver engaging speech therapy sessions utilizing a variety of techniques and therapeutic activities Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including educators, physicians, and caregivers, to ensure cohesive patient care Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress, treatment outcomes, and session notes in compliance with healthcare regulations Educate patients and their families about speech and language development, strategies for improvement, and home practice exercises Stay current with advances in physiology knowledge, medical terminology, and anatomy to enhance therapy effectiveness Skills Proven experience working in school settings or pediatric environments is highly preferred Strong understanding of speech therapy techniques for a wide range of communication disorders Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology relevant to speech-language pathology Skilled in patient assessment methods to accurately diagnose speech and swallowing issues Ability to provide compassionate patient care while maintaining professional standards Familiarity with early intervention programs and strategies for young children Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members, patients, and families Join us in transforming lives through expert speech-language pathology! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where your skills can thrive while making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

Pay:

$45.00 - $54.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Disability insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account License reimbursement Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Relocation assistance Travel reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person