Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist- Independent Contractor (1099)

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

The Pearl Nelson Center, a program of the nonprofit The Arc Gateway, offers pediatric speech, occupational, and physical therapies, along with developmental instruction. Our dedicated therapists prioritize the well-being of children, with a special focus on those aged birth to 5 years.

SUMMARY:

We are seeking a licensed Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist to join our pediatric team. This position offers flexible scheduling and the opportunity to provide meaningful, family-centered speech and language services. As part of our team, you'll be at the forefront of our early intervention model, championing interdisciplinary collaboration with physical, occupational, and developmental therapists to provide holistic care to our young patients to achieve meaningful outcomes. You'll also have the opportunity to work closely with families and caregivers, implementing activities that promote feeding, play, communication, and social skill development in children. You will thrive in our collaborative environment where teamwork is key, both among therapists and with the families we serve.

KEY ROLES and RESPOSIBILITES:

A Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for a range of duties that include the following:

• Perform comprehensive speech & language evaluations to determine each child’s functional level using standardized assessment tools and clinical observation
• Develop & implement individualized treatment plans with measurable, functional goals tailored to the child’s needs and family priorities.
• Implement therapeutic interventions addressing expressive and receptive language, articulation and phonological disorders, social/ communication pragmatics and feeding/swallowing challenges.
• Monitor and document progress in compliance with state guidelines and reimbursement standards.
• Collaborate with families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members
• Educate parents and caregivers on strategies to practice and how to integrate therapy goals into everyday routines and activities
• Maintain accurate, timely and compliant documentation in accordance with state, federal, and payer requirements. Ensure documentation supports medical necessity, functional progress, and skilled service delivery
• Scheduling and Caseload Management (as outlined in contract)

DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:

• Passion for working with children and the ability to engage children through play-based and developmentally appropriate interventions
• Knowledge of pediatric developmental milestones and pediatric conditions
• Clinical reasoning and problem solving skills
• Cultural sensitivity and family-centered approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with children, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems