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Speech Language Pathologist

 

TheSpeech-Language Pathologist in the school setting is responsible for performingstudent evaluations as well as providing and documenting therapy services inaccordance with the plan of care developed for each individual student and thephysician’s orders.

 

EssentialDuties and Responsibilities:

Assessesstudents’ communication skills (e.g. articulations, fluency, voice, expressiveand receptive language, etc.) for the purpose of identifying communicationdisorders, determining program eligibility and developing recommendations fortreatment

Collaborateswith a variety of groups and/or individuals for the purpose of communicatinginformation, resolving issues and providing services in compliance withestablished guidelines

Coordinatesmeetings and processes for eligible students (e.g. testing/screening, IEPs,parent conferences, pre-referral staffing, etc.) for the purpose of presentingevaluation results, developing treatment plans, and/or providing training toparents/students/staff

Developstreatment plans, interventions and/or educational materials for the purpose ofminimizing the adverse impact of communication disorders in compliance withregulatory requirements

Instructseligible students in the use of appropriate communication technologies (e.g.hearing aids, FM systems, augmentative communication devices, etc.)

Maintainsfiles and/or records (e.g. progress reports, activity logs, billinginformation, treatment plans, required documentation, quarterly reports,screening results, etc.)

Participatesin meetings, workshops, and seminars (e.g. training, IEPs, team meetings, etc.)

Providesspeech and language therapy to students for the purpose of minimizing theadverse impact of speech and language disorders on student success

Seeksappropriate in-service and professional development

Performsother duties as assigned/necessary

Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
  • Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Awards and recognition programs 
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. 
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.  
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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