Full time SLP/Speech Language Therapist

Job Description
Job Description Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Job Summary
Our highly rated and growing therapy practice is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and clinically skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team. The SLP will provide comprehensive speech-language pathology services, including evaluations, treatment planning, direct therapy, progress monitoring, caregiver education, and clinical documentation. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment, professionalism, and a commitment to evidence-based, individualized care.

Key Responsibilities
Evaluation and Treatment
Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations and re-evaluations using standardized and informal assessment measures, clinical observation, and caregiver input.
Interpret assessment results, determine clinical needs, and develop individualized plans of care with measurable short- and long-term goals.
Provide skilled, evidence-based treatment for articulation/phonology, receptive and expressive language, fluency, voice, social/pragmatic communication, and other communication disorders within the clinician's scope of competence.
Continuously monitor client progress and modify goals, treatment strategies, and recommendations based on clinical findings and response to intervention.
Determine and document the medical necessity for skilled speech-language pathology services when applicable.
Documentation and Care Coordination
Complete accurate and timely evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, plans of care, re-evaluations, and discharge documentation.
Maintain documentation that clearly reflects skilled intervention, client response, progress, and continued need for services.
Educate families and caregivers regarding treatment goals, progress, and strategies to promote carryover and generalization at home.
Develop appropriate Home Exercise Programs (HEPs) to support functional communication outside of therapy.
Collaborate with caregivers, physicians, behavior analysts, therapists, educators, and other professionals involved in the client's care.
Compliance and Professional Standards
Maintain compliance with HIPAA, payer requirements, organizational policies, and applicable North Carolina laws and professional standards.
Maintain required licensure, credentials, and continuing education.
Demonstrate sound clinical judgment, professionalism, ethical decision-making, and commitment to high-quality client care.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, or an appropriate related field.
Current or eligible for North Carolina licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred. Clinical Fellowship (CF) candidates may be considered.
Pediatric experience, including experience with developmental disabilities, autism, speech sound disorders, and receptive/expressive language disorders, is preferred.
Strong clinical reasoning, communication, documentation, organization, and time-management skills.
Working Conditions
Work is primarily performed in a comfortable clinic setting with a private office/treatment space.
Some physical activity may be required, including bending, sitting on the floor, lifting or moving therapy materials, and participating in developmentally appropriate activities.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
Full-time benefits may include health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Supportive interdisciplinary team environment with opportunities for professional growth and clinical leadership.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to maintaining an inclusive, professional, and respectful workplace and encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.