Speech Therapist-Pediatrics
Per Diem
If
you are looking to make a difference in the lives and families that we serve,
we are looking for a Per Diem Speech Language Pathologist to join our skilled
workforce in our Ft. Lauderdale location. Sunshine Kidz Pediatric Care is a
licensed PPEC (Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care center) for children from
birth to age 21. Under our medical director, our pediatric registered nurses
follow an individualized plan of care developed in coordination with each
child's physician and family. This allows our nurses and therapists to provide
skilled care and environmental stimulation with other kids.
We provide a unique therapy program tailored to each child. Our goal is for
each child to achieve as much function and independence as possible. We do this
through physical, speech and occupational therapies. At each step, education is
an integral part of the formula for success to ensure cognitive growth.
The Speech
Language Job Responsibilities:
Conduct
initial assessments to evaluate clients' functional abilities and needs
Develop
and implement treatment plans based on client goals and needs
Provide
therapy sessions to help clients improve their skills
Collaborate
with clients, families, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care
and ensure continuity of treatment
Document
clients' progress and outcomes using electronic medical records
Stay
up-to-date with current research and evidence-based practices in speech therapy
Participate
in professional development opportunities to maintain and improve skills
Other
duties as assigned
Qualified
applicants will have the following:
Master's
degree in Speech Therapy Current
state license as an Speech Therapist Strong
understanding of evidence-based practices and ability to apply them in
practice Excellent
communication and interpersonal skills Ability
to work collaboratively with clients, families, and other healthcare
professionals Strong
problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Highlights
of our benefits package:
Competitive salary Professional development
opportunities Positive and supportive work
environment
Pediatric Medical Daycare of Fort Lauderdale is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status
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