Speech Language Pathologist- Ability Outpatient Clinic

Job DetailsJob Location: United Ability - Birmingham, AL 35211Monday-Friday; 40 hours per week United Ability is an organization that provides a variety of services to individuals with disabilities. We are currently seeking candidates to join our team as a Speech Language Pathologist in the Ability Outpatient Clinic.  In this role you will be responsible for responsible for providing evaluations and speech therapy for children with delays and/or communication needs to recover, develop or improve independent communication abilities so that children can reach their maximum independence.  Employees at United Ability are here to serve others through the everyday fulfillment of its mission.  Together, we accomplish significant goals for the advancement of United Ability. A career at United Ability includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance 3 weeks paid vacation with additional paid sick time Subsidized childcare for eligible employees Life insurance, disability benefits, health and wellness programs Retirement savings plan with employer match Immediate app that allows you to draw your earned pay when you need it Collaborating with other team members, you will: Evaluates the child and establishes a treatment plan to serve the child’s needs implementing quality, individually designed treatment plans and activities. Reviews plan with parents, establishes visit frequency, discusses progress, planned discharge and next series to promote maximum independence outside of the clinic. Evaluates, recommends and integrates augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and assistive technology (AT) into intervention to enhance communication and independence. Manages schedule efficiently including re-scheduling visits and proactively identifying opportunities to maximize appointments daily/weekly/monthly. Communicates appropriately with families regarding their child’s therapy, shares results of evaluations and progress towards goals. Provides resources, teaches and trains caregivers for follow through and to promote maximum independence. Works collaboratively with team members. Input all documentation into the system to meet HIPAA and other regulations and for billing purposes.  Completes required and necessary documentation and paperwork for each child including but not limited to: evaluation reports, progress notes, and selection of appropriate insurance, coding to bill accurately as required for correct reimbursement. Maintains, submits and meets productivity expectations and reporting. Applicant general qualifications include: Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology required. Certificate of Clinical Competence and Current License to practice Speech Language Therapy in the state of AL required. Previous experience as a pediatric SLP required, with a minimum of five years of practice as an SLP preferred.  Previous experience in the evaluation, delivery, and treatment involving AAC. Current License to practice Speech Language Therapy in the state of AL required Previous experience as a pediatric SLP required. Effective interpersonal communication skills, positive teamwork and customer focused service required. Working proficiency using Microsoft office suite required. Experience using an EMR/EHR for clinical documentation required. Knowledge of disability related issues and familiarity with specific disabilities desired. Certificate of Clinical Competence or working towards certificate required. Valid driver’s license required. Please note that this job description is not designed to provide a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.  Job duties may change at any time and without prior notice.  New job duties may be added as needed.  Reasonable Accommodations: Please also note that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.  QualificationsMonday-Friday; 40 hours per week United Ability is an organization that provides a variety of services to individuals with disabilities. We are currently seeking candidates to join our team as a Speech Language Pathologist in the Ability Outpatient Clinic.  In this role you will be responsible for responsible for providing evaluations and speech therapy for children with delays and/or communication needs to recover, develop or improve independent communication abilities so that children can reach their maximum independence.  Employees at United Ability are here to serve others through the everyday fulfillment of its mission.  Together, we accomplish significant goals for the advancement of United Ability. A career at United Ability includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance 3 weeks paid vacation with additional paid sick time Subsidized childcare for eligible employees Life insurance, disability benefits, health and wellness programs Retirement savings plan with employer match Immediate app that allows you to draw your earned pay when you need it Collaborating with other team members, you will: Evaluates the child and establishes a treatment plan to serve the child’s needs implementing quality, individually designed treatment plans and activities. Reviews plan with parents, establishes visit frequency, discusses progress, planned discharge and next series to promote maximum independence outside of the clinic. Evaluates, recommends and integrates augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and assistive technology (AT) into intervention to enhance communication and independence. Manages schedule efficiently including re-scheduling visits and proactively identifying opportunities to maximize appointments daily/weekly/monthly. Communicates appropriately with families regarding their child’s therapy, shares results of evaluations and progress towards goals. Provides resources, teaches and trains caregivers for follow through and to promote maximum independence. Works collaboratively with team members. Input all documentation into the system to meet HIPAA and other regulations and for billing purposes.  Completes required and necessary documentation and paperwork for each child including but not limited to: evaluation reports, progress notes, and selection of appropriate insurance, coding to bill accurately as required for correct reimbursement. Maintains, submits and meets productivity expectations and reporting. Applicant general qualifications include: Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology required. Certificate of Clinical Competence and Current License to practice Speech Language Therapy in the state of AL required. Previous experience as a pediatric SLP required, with a minimum of five years of practice as an SLP preferred.  Previous experience in the evaluation, delivery, and treatment involving AAC. Current License to practice Speech Language Therapy in the state of AL required Previous experience as a pediatric SLP required. Effective interpersonal communication skills, positive teamwork and customer focused service required. Working proficiency using Microsoft office suite required. Experience using an EMR/EHR for clinical documentation required. Knowledge of disability related issues and familiarity with specific disabilities desired. Certificate of Clinical Competence or working towards certificate required. Valid driver’s license required. Please note that this job description is not designed to provide a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.  Job duties may change at any time and without prior notice.  New job duties may be added as needed.  Reasonable Accommodations: Please also note that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.