Speech Language Pathologist - Contractor

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 speech therapy evaluations.
• Selects and administers appropriate assessment tools to evaluate patients, including participation in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings.
• Prepares reports and attends multidisciplinary case meetings to review and decide on continuing treatment.
• Maintains clinical and administrative records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines, and agency policies.
• Adheres to federal and state regulations and policies affecting speech therapy practice.
• Participates in continuing education for professional development to meet Nevada licensure requirements.
• Attends bi-monthly staff meetings and required trainings.
• Manages case assignments based on Capability Health’s needs in Early Intervention and outpatient clinic programs.
• Works with patients of varying personalities and interprets evaluation data to guide program development and evidence-based intervention.
• Uses professional Code of Ethics and standards of practice to guide decision-making.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

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

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work with developmentally and behaviorally challenged individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in the work environment.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls, talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently lift arms above and below shoulder level; occasionally sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds with assistance if needed.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision.

Working Conditions

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

Pay

$80–$100 hourly wage.