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Pediatric Partners, a part of the Sevita family, provides comprehensive in-home and clinic-based therapeutic services for children and young adults. Our teams of compassionate pediatric experts help children with medically complex, developmental, behavioral, educational, or other needs learn the skills they need to thrive. We offer physical, occupational, speech-language and feeding therapy, as well as augmentative and alternative communication.

Speech Pathologist Assistant PRN

Our Mission and Performance Expectations:

At Sevita, we believe everyone deserves to live well. For over 50 years, our dedicated team has provided home and community-based healthcare for adults, children, and their families across the U.S. We are committed to delivering innovative, high-quality services and support that foster growth and create new opportunities for the individuals we serve and our employees.

Summary:

We are hiring Speech Pathologist Assistants for our South Dallas, Duncanville, and Desoto, TX locations. As a Speech Pathologist Assistant, you will work under the supervision of a Licensed Speech Language Pathologist to provide coordinated speech therapy assistance to patients of all age groups. This role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Therapy and a passion for helping individuals improve their communication skills.

Essential Job Functions:

+ Administer speech therapy treatment plans developed by the Speech Language Pathologist.

+ Adhere to infection control practices and standard precautions during patient care activities.

+ Accept clinical assignments that align with education and competencies to care for patients.

+ Utilize effective communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with patients and team members.

+ Maintain continuing education requirements to ensure professional growth and competency.

+ Promote compliance with fiscal intermediary and third-party payer requirements through education and coaching.

+ Perform other related duties as necessary.

Minimum Knowledge and Skills:

+ **Education and Experience:** Bachelor’s Degree in Speech Therapy. One year of experience as a Speech Therapy Assistant in an acute care or rehabilitation setting. Pediatric and Home Health experience preferred.

+ **Certifications:** Current Texas State License to practice speech therapy.

+ **Other Skills:** I have strong therapy skills based on the Therapy Practice Act and other regulatory standards and good interpersonal communication skills.

+ **Other Requirements:** Ability to travel as needed.

Physical Requirements:

+ Heavy work, including exerting up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.

Why Join Sevita?

+ Be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of others.

+ Work in a supportive, dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.

+ Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits.

If you are passionate about speech therapy and want to make a difference, apply today to join our South Dallas, Duncanville, or Desoto team!

Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.

We’ve made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.

_As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law._