Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Join Our Team at Synaptic Pediatric Therapies!At Synaptic Pediatric Therapies (SPT), we're passionate about supporting children and their families through holistic, evidence-based care. Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to provide specialized services that promote functional communication, meaningful participation in daily life, and overall developmental success. We believe therapy should be engaging, family-centered, and rooted in clinical excellence.Position SummaryWe are seeking a highly motivated, compassionate, and collaborative Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to join our pediatric therapy team. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with children and families and will be committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based speech and language services under the supervision and direction of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.The SLPA will work within the Texas SLPA scope of practice and SPT clinical policies and procedures to implement individualized treatment plans, collect objective data, document services, communicate patient progress, and collaborate with supervising clinicians and families.Roles & ResponsibilitiesWorking under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and within the Texas SLPA scope of practice, responsibilities include:Implement individualized speech-language treatment plans developed by the supervising Speech-Language PathologistProvide skilled speech-language therapy services within the SLPA scope of practiceFacilitate engaging, developmentally appropriate, and functional therapy activitiesCollect accurate, objective treatment data and communicate patient performance and progress to the supervising SLPIdentify and communicate changes in patient performance, behavior, participation, or clinical needs to the supervising SLPComplete accurate, thorough, and timely daily documentation in accordance with clinic, payer, and regulatory requirementsProvide appropriate caregiver education and carry over recommendations as directed by the supervising SLPCollaborate closely with supervising SLPs, occupational therapists, physical therapists, caregivers, educators, and other members of the interdisciplinary teamParticipate in clinical team meetings, case discussions, and interdisciplinary collaborationMaintain professional communication and therapeutic relationships with children and their familiesMaintain active Texas SLPA licensure and comply with applicable TDLR regulations, supervision requirements, and SPT policies and proceduresParticipate in ongoing professional development and opportunities to expand clinical knowledge and skillsParticipate in the development and refinement of clinic workflows related to SLPA supervision, documentation, communication, and implementation of the SLPA roleContribute to a positive, collaborative, and supportive clinic cultureQualificationsAssociate's degree or other educational preparation meeting requirements for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants in TexasCurrent Texas Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) licenseAbility to practice within the Texas SLPA scope of practice and supervision requirementsPediatric experience preferred; new graduates who demonstrate strong clinical potential and a passion for working with children are encouraged to applyExperience working with children with developmental delays, autism, speech/language disorders, or other developmental disabilities is a plusStrong interpersonal and communication skillsStrong organization, time management, and documentation skillsAbility to collect and interpret objective treatment data under the direction of the supervising SLPAbility to receive feedback and incorporate supervisory recommendations into clinical practiceStrong clinical professionalism, reliability, and attention to detailPassion for working with children and familiesCommitment to family-centered, collaborative, and evidence-based practiceWhat We OfferCompetitive compensation based on experienceFlexible scheduling and manageable caseloadsSupportive clinical supervision and mentorship from experienced SLPsOpportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration with occupational and physical therapistsAccess to a fully equipped pediatric therapy environment and a variety of therapy materials and resourcesOpportunities for continuing education and professional developmentSupportive, team-oriented work environmentOpportunities to participate in the development and refinement of SLPA clinical workflows and processesMeaningful opportunities to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and familiesOur Ideal SLPAWe're looking for someone who is:Child-centered and genuinely enjoys working with childrenCollaborative and values the expertise of other disciplinesGrowth-oriented and receptive to mentorship and feedbackReliable and organized with strong follow-throughData-driven and attentive to objective measurement of progressCreative and engaging in their approach to therapyFamily-centered and able to build positive relationships with caregiversCommitted to clinical excellence and ongoing professional developmentApply TodayIf you're looking for an opportunity to grow as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant while working alongside a collaborative pediatric therapy team, we'd love to hear from you!