Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (outpatient clinic)

Description

NOTE: To avoid conflict of interest, Talking Tadpoles does not hire guardians or siblings of current or former patients. 

Talking Tadpoles is seeking a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant who is passionate about growing thoughtfully in their clinical practice, values strong relationships with the families they serve, and is interested in being part of a collaborative, supportive team. 

Note: Hours 8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m, Monday through Thursday

We are a growing private practice with multiple locations and offer flexible scheduling, including 4-day workweek, to support work–life harmony.

Growth opportunities may include:

• Ongoing clinical mentorship and collaboration
• Development of specialty areas (familiarity with AAC, early intervention)

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric speech-language therapy in accordance with evidence-based practice and clinic guidelines
• Work with Supervisor on individualized plans of care based on assessment findings
• Deliver patient care within scope of practice and demonstrated clinical competencies
• Educate and communicate effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members
• Assess patient and family learning needs and provide appropriate instruction and support
• Document daily notes, and patient progress accurately and timely in the EMR
• Participate in nterdisciplinary collaboration
• Attend required meetings, trainings, and in-services
• Support quality improvement and clinic initiatives as needed

Additional Job Requirements:

• Ability to arrive to assigned locations on time and maintain regular, reliable attendance.
• Ability to work scheduled hours
• Meticulous attention to detail over the course of the workday
• Ability to sustain physical and mental activity throughout a scheduled workday
• Ability to remain calm and professional in emotionally charged or high-stimulation environments
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30–40 pounds occasionally
• Ability to maintain prolonged standing or sitting
• Ability to maintain required licensure, certifications, and eligibility to work in the United States throughout employment
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, twist, and reach throughout the workday
• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience, caseload, and role
• Multiple pay structures available (hybrid, clinical hourly, or per-visit, depending on position and schedule)

Benefits vary based on position and schedule ; however most full-time team members enjoy:

• Flexible scheduling, including 4-day work week
• Paid time off and paid holidays (with hybrid pay)
• CEU and professional development support
• Health insurance and supplemental benefit options (for eligible positions)
• Mentorship and collaboration

Qualifications

• Current Texas SLP-A license with no disciplinary actions
• Pediatric experience preferred but not required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate professionally with clinical and administrative teams
• Commitment to ethical, family-centered care
• Bilingual preferred but not required

Clinical mentorship and onboarding support are available for clinicians building experience.

Note: Talking Tadpoles does not offer observation hours.  License must already be issued and active.

Learn more about us at www.talkingtadpoles.com.