Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Overview

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Early Intervention | Ithaca, NY

Ready to love where you work?

HealthPRO Pediatrics is seeking a compassionate and collaborative Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Early Intervention team in Ithaca, New York. This part-time opportunity offers flexibility, meaningful work with children and families, and the chance to grow within a supportive, therapist-led organization.

Why SLPs Choose HealthPRO Pediatrics

#1 Meaningful Work That Makes a Difference Support children and families during critical developmental years while helping young learners build confidence and communication skills.

#2 Flexible Part-Time Schedule Enjoy a part-time, on-site schedule that supports work-life balance and flexibility.

#3 Supportive & Collaborative Team Join a therapist-led environment where teamwork, mentorship, and clinical support are prioritized.

#4 Professional Growth Opportunities Access ongoing professional development, clinical resources, and opportunities for career advancement within a nationally recognized pediatric therapy organization.

#5 Competitive Compensation + Benefits Earn $40–$50/hour based on experience with part-time Dental and Vision benefits included.

Position Details

• Location: Ithaca, NY• Schedule: Part-Time | On-Site• Start Date: August 2026• Pay Range: $40–$50/hour (based on experience)• Employment Type: W-2• Benefits Include: FREE CEUs, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, and more!

Apply today — interviews are being scheduled now for the upcoming school year.

About HealthPRO Pediatrics:

HealthPRO Pediatrics, a division of HealthPRO Heritage, is a leading provider of pediatric therapy services dedicated to empowering children and supporting families. We foster inclusive learning environments and believe in supporting our clinicians just as strongly as we support the children we serve.

Responsibilities

The primary purpose of the School Based Speech Language Pathologist position is diagnostic assessment and therapeutic treatment of pediatric students in a school setting, who demonstrate speech, language and swallowing deficits with the goal of helping them reach their maximum performance potential within an educational model of practice.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Provides skilled speech therapy treatment plans in accordance with physician orders and by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results of patients.
• Adheres to state requirements for supervision of SLPAs and Clinical Fellows to provide services with the highest care standards
• Assures continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, recommending and/or providing assistive equipment/ follow up programs.
• Promptly and thoroughly documents and maintains clinical and administrative records regarding patient limitations/interventions, treatments, responses and progress to administered therapy as well as discharge summaries.
• Maintains patient records confidentially.
• Records treatment charges daily and completes documentation in accurate and timely manner.
• Complies with the applicable State Speech Therapy Practice Act, codes and regulations

Additional Responsibilities:

• Must be able to recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations per protocols.
• Maintains clean work area, clean treatment rooms and requests needed supplies.
• Maintains professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers and other professionals as it relates to collaboration of care for the patient.
• Keeps regular clinic hours as approved by Manager.
• Directs all patient scheduling matters through the front desk coordinator.
• Attends meetings as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate knowledge of principles, techniques, materials and equipment in pediatric speech therapy.
• Ability to evaluate a patient’s speech therapy needs and communicate the patient’s needs to the legal guardian and/or appropriate parties involved in the patient’s care.
• Ability to communicate with a high degree of written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of CPT & ICD 10 coding procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of speech therapy principles and practices.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of computer programs (EMRs)

Note: This job description does not list all the duties of the position. You may be assigned additional tasks by supervisors or managers based on organizational needs. Your performance will be evaluated based on the tasks outlined in this job description. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either party may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an ASHA accredited Speech Therapy program
• Current State Speech Therapist license
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA when applicable
• Current CPR certification
• Efficient problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication skills and time management skills
• Must keep best interest of the client and family at the forefront of all activities
• Collaborative nature
• Allegiance to the mission, values, and vision of the organization

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.