Speech Therapist - PT

DEPARTMENT:
Rehab

Status: PT

Job Title:
Pediatric Speech Therapist

• Evaluate/assess the needs of referred pediatric and adolescent patients in an outpatient therapy clinic to formulate treatment plans.
• Offer effective, patient centered services that will assist patients to return with confidence to as much independence as possible with speech, language, and swallowing needs.
• Establish an intervention plan and goals that are clear, measurable, functional, relevant, and appropriate to the patient’s/family’s needs, desires and expected outcomes.
• Administers treatment consistent with plan of care based on evidence‑based practice, provider protocol and governing standards.

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Provide therapy services defined in treatment plans.
• Work cooperatively with physicians, case managers, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Work effectively with parents and family involved in the care and treatment of the child.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of therapy services in the medical record.
• Serve as clinical mentor and/or instructor to colleagues.
• Assist with program development and performance improvement for the department.
• Supervise Speech students as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high‑paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• Graduate of an accredited Speech Language Pathology Program (minimum Master’s Degree).
• Certificate of Clinical Competency.
• SLP with minimum of 1 year experience with pediatrics / adolescents.
• SLP with minimum of 1 year experience with adults to help treat as needed on the acute floor.
• Current Louisiana State Speech Language Pathology Therapy license (temporary license allowed).
• BLS Certification.

• Must be able to both stand on your feet or sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to transfer / help with transitional movement of patients.

Job Type: Part‑time

Pay:
From $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location:

In person