Speech Language Therapist / SLP

Empower Communication and Rebuild Lives in Indianapolis Join Our Team as a Speech Language Therapist

Overview

Imagine a career where you dont just help others communicate but truly give them a voiceone that carries hope and transforms lives. As a Speech Language Therapist in the lively city of Indianapolis, you will embark on a meaningful journey, addressing more than just communication and swallowing disorders; you will enable individuals to realize their potential, restore their confidence, and forge deeper connections across all ages. From the first babbling sounds of toddlers to the brave words of seniors regaining their speech, your impact will be profound and far-reaching.

This position offers the unique privilege of serving diverse populations in a combined outpatient setting while also providing occasional inpatient support. No matter whether your passion lies in guiding children as they learn to express themselves, assisting adults grappling with neurogenic disorders, or helping seniors with cognitive rehabilitation, youll discover that every day here is both fulfilling and flexible.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough evaluations of patients across all ages, employing both standardized assessments and observational methods.
• Create tailored treatment strategies that prioritize both immediate and long-term communication, swallowing, or cognitive goals.
• Deliver individualized speech therapy sessions that enhance language, communication fluency, voice, and swallowing skills.
• Engage collaboratively with a multidisciplinary teamworking alongside physical and occupational therapists, nurses, physicians, and family members to ensure cohesive care plans.
• Provide educational resources for patients and families to support therapeutic progress outside of clinical appointments.
• Deliver occasional speech therapy evaluations and interventions for inpatients, ensuring a seamless treatment experience.
• Accurately maintain documentation per state, federal, and organizational regulations.
• Proactively pursue continuing education and collegial collaboration to stay current with industry advancements.

Educational Requirements

• Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a supervised Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) if not yet ASHA-certified.

Certifications

• Current state licensure as a Speech Language Therapist .
• Preferred: Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of employment.

Essential Skills

• Proficient in evidence-based practices in treating speech, language, and swallowing disorders across all age groups.
• Strong communication skills to foster meaningful connections with patients, families, and the broader healthcare team.
• Ability to adapt therapeutic approaches to cater to diverse cultural and linguistic needs.
• Exceptional clinical judgment and critical thinking skills.
• Comfort with electronic medical records and documentation processes.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

• Attractive compensation reflective of your experience.
• Flexible schedule to promote work-life balance while managing a varied caseload.
• Opportunities for specialization in pediatrics, adult neuro rehabilitation, or geriatrics.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday compensation.
• Varied insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life plans.
• Support for professional growth through continuing education reimbursement.
• Become part of a collaborative and supportive team dedicated to quality care and ongoing learning.

As a Speech Language Therapist with us, your role transcends therapy and delves into the heart of community engagement where your skills pave the way for restored voices, empathetic connection, and joy found in shared understanding.

Within this nurturing environment, you'll work alongside like-minded clinicians who view each patient as an individual, fostering a family-like atmosphere rich with collaboration and communal support. Youll play a crucial part in their narratives, careful to ensure each patients story unfolds with clarity and confidence.

Life in Indianapolis is a captivating blend of urban dynamic and inviting warmth, punctuated by bustling neighborhoods and thriving arts. As you step foot into this vibrant city, youll find an array of cultural experiences waiting just outside your door. Relax by the banks of the White River or immerse yourself in the citys festival scene, where community spirit flourishes.

Food lovers can indulge in diverse culinary offeringsfrom farm-to-table fare to internationally inspired eats, while the arts community thrives, highlighted by galleries, museums, and music venues that play host to both local talent and renowned acts.

Indianapolis offers something for everyone whether youre enjoying a brisk morning jog around one of the city's lakes or cheering on your favorite sports teams at a packed stadium. Plus, with a cost of living that is significantly lower than the national average and no state income tax, your earnings will stretch further, enabling you to enjoy all that this city has to offer.

Whether youre new to the field or a seasoned specialist ready for a new horizon, youll find not just a job, but a true home for your career growth in Indianapolis.

We are in search of a passionate Speech Language Therapist who approaches their work with empathy and compassion. Whether you envision enabling a timid child's voice or supporting adults in reclaiming their speech after a setback, your perspective and zeal are what we seek.

You may have a focused expertise in pediatrics, ready to embrace the complexities of adult care or perhaps your focus has been on neuro-based therapies, with an eagerness to bring early intervention into your practice.

If you believe in serving with heart and leading with competence, we welcome you with open arms and eager hearts.

Step into a role where speech transcends mere sounds, where therapeutic interventions are rooted in building genuine trust, and laughter finds its place alongside language. If you share the belief that healing involves understandingthen youre primed to thrive in this next chapter of your professional journey.

Join us in a community dedicated to empowering speech, nurturing connections, and demonstrating courage through the quest for communication. Apply today and become an essential part of our family, helping others not only find their voice but learn to express it with confidence.