Job Description

Fundamentals is seeking a dedicated and compassionate BILINGUAL Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) (CFY highly encouraged or Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)) to join our team in Tennessee. We are committed to providing culturally and linguistically sensitive care to our diverse patient population. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working with, but not limited to, bilingual individuals and their families, and will help us expand our services to children in the community.

Position details

• Job Type: Part-time or Full-time
• Location: Nashville, TN
• Setting: Private Practice

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing assessments for a diverse caseload, using both English and Spanish. (for SLP or CFY)
• Develop and implement culturally appropriate, individualized treatment plans that address patients' specific needs and goals. (for SLP or CFY)
• Provide direct therapy and interventions, leveraging your knowledge of bilingual language acquisition and transfer.
• Educate and counsel families and caregivers in their preferred language on how to support communication development at home.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, educators, and team members to coordinate and optimize patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress, evaluations, and treatment records.
• Stay current with best practices in the field of bilingual speech-language pathology through continuing education.

Qualifications

• For SLPA, Associate degree, SLPA certificate program, or Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD)
• For SLP, Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• For SLP, Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA, or eligibility for Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
• Valid Tennessee state license in Speech-Language Pathology, temporary license for CFY required
• PREFERRED but not required: Native or near-native proficiency in spoken and written Spanish.
• Experience working with bilingual populations is preferred, but not warranted.

Why Join Us?

• Make an Impact: Directly serve and support Tennessee's young children in their speech and language development, and offer support to the growing Spanish-speaking community, addressing a critical need for bilingual services.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a supportive team of professionals dedicated to a high standard of care.
• Flexible Scheduling: Flexible scheduling options available to support work-life balance.
• Powerful support: Get trained by highly qualified clinicians with vast experience in the speech and language world, especially with the bilingual population.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience to fundamentalsmtdc@gmail.com with the subject line "SLP/SLPA Application."

Fundamentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $38.00 - $55.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Ability to Relocate:

• Nashville, TN 37220: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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