Speech and Language Pathologist jobs in Portland, OR

Practice Overview:

We are a small, therapist owned and operated private speech therapy practice.  Our mission is to empower every child to communicate with confidence and clarity. Through compassionate, evidence-based therapy and personalized care, we aim to inspire growth, unlock potential, and foster lifelong communication skills in a supportive and nurturing environment. With a commitment to excellence and collaboration, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families, promoting inclusivity, understanding, and independence. We love helping children reach their full potential! 

Job Overview:

At Heart to Heart Speech Therapy, you will play a crucial role in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating communication disorders and speech impairments in children. Working within a pediatric clinic setting, you will collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to pediatric patients, ranging from infants to adolescents. Your expertise and compassionate approach will play a pivotal role in helping children overcome communication challenges and reach their full potential.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough assessments to evaluate speech and language in pediatric patients.

• Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each child's developmental stage, needs, and goals.

• Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address speech and language delays, articulation disorders, language disorders, fluency disorders, and other communication difficulties in children.

• Provide family-centered care by involving parents and caregivers in therapy sessions, offer guidance on communication strategies, and educate them about their child's condition and progress.

• Collaborate closely with pediatricians, pediatric specialists, educators, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care and optimize outcomes.

• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of assessments, treatment sessions, progress reports, and communication with other healthcare team members.

• Stay updated with the latest research, best practices, and guidelines in pediatric speech-language pathology through continuing education and professional development.

• Adhere to ethical and legal standards in clinical practice, including maintaining patient confidentiality.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.

• Valid Oregon license in Speech-Language Pathology.

• ASHA CCCs required or CF pursuing ASHA CCCs.

• Clinical experience in evaluating and treating pediatric patients with a variety of speech and language disorders.

• Specialized knowledge and training in pediatric speech-language pathology, including familiarity with developmental milestones and pediatric assessment tools.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with children and establish collaborative relationships with parents and caregivers.

• Empathy, patience, and creativity in working with children with diverse communication needs and abilities.

• Ability to adapt therapy techniques and materials to meet the individual needs and interests of pediatric patients.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Proficient computer skills for documentation and use of therapy software.

• Commitment to professional growth and ongoing learning in the field of pediatric speech-language pathology.

• Ability to be flexible with changes.

• Excellent time management skills and strong organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a pediatric clinic or pediatric rehabilitation setting.

• Experience or interest in areas including early intervention, autism spectrum disorders, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).

• Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations.

• Experience collaborating with schools, early intervention programs, and community resources to support pediatric patients' communication needs.

Working Conditions:

• This position operates within a pediatric clinic with occasional teletherapy appointments.

• Some flexibility with work schedule (e.g. 4 or 5 day work week), flexible start/end times.

• Supportive staff.

• Physical requirements may include kneeling, bending, standing, and engaging in activities to interact with pediatric patients at their developmental level.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary range varies based on experience and qualifications.

• Benefits package may include health insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and their families we invite you to join our team. Apply now to become part of our family centered community helping children communicate, connect, and thrive. We look forward to hearing from you.