Speech Language Pathologist

About the Role

Using a parent educational model in the Early Intervention program, a Speech Language Pathologist will help clients develop or regain physical or mental functioning by implementing programs to improve speech delays, conditions, and feeding issues. This position covers the Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and Henderson areas and includes administrative duties to support program goals.

Responsibilities

• Develops ideas, plans, and procedures for initiation, expansion, improvement, and evaluation of therapy programs.
• Completes initial evaluations and re-evaluations for patients; analyzes patient needs and determines the necessity for occupational therapy evaluations.
• Prepares reports and attends multidisciplinary case meetings to review continuing treatment.
• Maintains clinical and administrative records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines, and agency policies.
• Participates in continuing education for professional development to meet Nevada licensure requirements.
• Attends bi-monthly staff meetings and required trainings.
• Manages patients with diverse personalities and interprets evaluation data to guide program development.
• Uses professional Code of Ethics and standards of practice to guide decision-making.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Initial certification by the National Board for Speech Language Pathology.
• Current Speech Therapy License from the State of Nevada.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with children using discipline-specific treatment practices.
• CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local legislation, regulations, and policies guiding occupational therapy practice.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel).

Skills

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in the work environment.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, use hands, talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally up to 75 pounds with assistance.
• Occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision.

Working Conditions

• Up to 80% travel within the service delivery area.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wind, poor air quality, and wet or humid conditions.

Pay

$115,000 yearly salary.