Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist | HRI Experience Required
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Job DetailsJob Location: Austin - Austin, TXTHERAPY 2000, a home-based provider of pediatric Speech, Occupational, and Physical Therapy services, has an exciting opportunity for a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist. This full-time, part-time, PRN position is based in our Austin division. Ideal Experience: High-Risk Infant (HRI) We’re specifically seeking an SLP with experience supporting high-risk infants (HRI), including those with prematurity, low birth weight, NICU stays, feeding/swallowing challenges, and early developmental delays. This role is ideal for a clinician who is confident working with infants and their caregivers in the home environment, providing early intervention that supports feeding, communication, and overall developmental outcomes during a critical stage of growth. Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and guiding families through early milestones is highly valued. Locations include: Austin Buda/Kyle Cedar Park/Leander Del Valle Georgetown Lockhart Manor/Elgin New Braunfels Round Rock/Pflugerville San Marcos Seguin Temple/Killeen What you’ll do:
- Perform comprehensive Speech Therapy evaluations, using standardized tests to determine patients’ needs for therapy.
- Use your clinical judgment to develop and implement relevant treatment plans aligned with physicians’ orders.
- Develop home exercise programs in partnership with patients’ caregivers.
- Act as a vital member of your patients’ medical neighborhoods, collaborating and coordinating care between various providers and disciplines.
- Complete a minimum number of patient visits on a weekly basis as required by the agency.
- Meet deadlines for completion of patient chart updates, progress summaries, call logs, and all other paperwork as needed.
- Meet with agency personnel as necessary to maintain understanding of expectations and standards related to delivering high-quality patient care.
- Perform all duties in compliance with agency policies and procedures.
- Adhere to all rules, regulations, codes of ethics, guidelines and federal, state and local laws applicable to home-health pediatric speech language pathology. Qualifications
What You’ll Need
- A current/active license to practice Speech Language Pathology in the state of Texas.
- An innovative spirit complemented by a demonstrated history of reliability.
- Flexibility to shift resources and priorities as necessary, based on the needs of the business.
- Ability to use common workplace technology (laptop computer, phone, email, web browser). Bonus points for:
- 3+ years as a pediatric Speech Language Pathologist
- Experience in a home-health setting.
- Experience or certifications in feeding therapy or other clinical specialties (VitalStim, etc.)
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Perks
- Paid time off for full-time and part-time employees.
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance for full-time and part-time employees.
- Access to innovative, relevant continuing education opportunities delivered in person and on-demand.
- Optional salary stipend determined by hiring manager.
- Debt Crusher (Debt Reduction Program).
- Company-sponsored 401k program with matching.
- Mileage reimbursement for travel between patient visits.
- Company-issued laptop computer.
Key Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive speech therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for pediatric patients in a home-based setting. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and caregivers to support feeding, communication, and developmental milestones.
Requirements
Requires an active Texas license to practice Speech Language Pathology and experience with high-risk infants. Candidates should possess strong clinical judgment, reliability, and the ability to manage documentation and home visits effectively.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 44% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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