Pediatric Speech Pathologist
About us:
Little legends Therapy is a private therapy practice in Billings, MT that is growing and looking to add members to build a strong pediatric team to serve our community. Little Legends Therapy believes in creating an environment where children can feel safe and build the skills they need to be successful in their daily occupations. We believe in a “bottom-up” approach, addressing the foundational components, filling in the holes to facilitate motivation, participation, confidence, and success in daily occupations.We are on the go and enjoy making therapy fun for everyone!
Full Job description:
At our clinic, we believe every child is full of potential. We are a team of therapists who are passionate about creating a supportive, playful, and encouraging environment where kids and families feel valued and cared for. We’re looking for a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist who shares our heart for children and families and wants to grow alongside a collaborative, fun-loving team.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive speech, language, and communication evaluations.
- Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s needs and family goals.
- Provide direct therapy services to children with a variety of speech, language, voice, fluency, and feeding/swallowing disorders.
- Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members (OT/PT/teachers/physicians).
- Document evaluations, progress notes, and treatment sessions in compliance with clinic and insurance standards.
- Educate and empower parents/caregivers with strategies to support progress at home.Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and community outreach as needed.
- Ability to work with patients of all ages
- Conduct caregiver interviews and provide education, training, and home programming to support generalization of skills
- Discharge planning and recommendations
- Document evaluations, progress notes, and treatment plans in compliance with clinic standards and insurance requirements.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to a positive, collaborative workplace culture.
- Supervise and educate fieldwork students and student observers.
- Minor administration and office duties
Qualifications:
- Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program
- Clinical Fellowship/Practicum placement in pediatrics is preferred
- Prior pediatric experience is strongly preferred; new graduates with pediatric fieldwork experience will be considered.
- Organizational and interpersonal skills
- Passage of a national exam approved by the Boards and passage of a Montana jurisprudence exam
- Current Montana state SLP license
- Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
- Knowledge of childhood speech and language development, as well as common speech disorders like articulation, stuttering, or language delays.
- Ability to work in an open environment (large sensory gym)
- Strong clinical reasoning, organizational, and communication skills.
- CPR certification within 30 days of hire (will reimburse course).
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Able to lift 50 pounds.
Preferred Skills & Knowledge:
- Experience in sensory integration and feeding therapy.
- Familiarity with conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, early intervention, ADHD, developmental delays, and other pediatric diagnoses.
6 month probationary period for employment
Benefits:
- Paid time off - accrual begins day 1 of full time hours (eligible to use after 3 months)
- Health Insurance options (eligible after 3 months)
- Simple IRA with 3% match (eligible 1 yr after employment)
- Weekly visit incentives (eligible after 6 month probationary period)
- Continuing education opportunities and opportunities for professional growth (eligible after 6 month probationary period)
- License reimbursement
- Supportive and collaborative environment
- Mentorship and training on the job
- Liability insurance paid by the employer