Speech-Language Pathologist

Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist

Talking Tadpoles is seeking a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist who is passionate about growing thoughtfully in their clinical practice, values strong relationships with the families they serve, and is interested in being part of a collaborative, supportive team.

We are a growing private practice with multiple locations and offer flexible scheduling, including 4-day workweek options, to support work–life harmony. This position is based at our Saginaw clinic.

Growth opportunities may include:

• Ongoing clinical mentorship and collaboration
• Development of specialty areas (feeding, AAC, early intervention, school-based services)
• Opportunities to take on mentorship or leadership roles over time
• Multiple pathways for advancement within a multi-location practice

Responsibilities:

• Provide pediatric speech-language therapy in accordance with evidence-based practice and clinic guidelines
• Complete evaluations, re-evaluations, and reassessments in a timely and defensible manner
• Develop individualized plans of care based on assessment findings
• Deliver patient care within scope of practice and demonstrated clinical competencies
• Educate and communicate effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members
• Assess patient and family learning needs and provide appropriate instruction and support
• Document evaluations, daily notes, and patient progress accurately and timely in the EMR
• Participate in staff development, mentorship, and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Attend required meetings, trainings, and in-services
• Support quality improvement and clinic initiatives as needed

Additional job requirements:

• Ability to arrive to assigned locations on time and maintain regular, reliable attendance.
• Ability to work scheduled hours
• Meticulous attention to detail over the course of the workday
• Ability to sustain physical and mental activity throughout a scheduled workday
• Ability to remain calm and professional in emotionally charged or high-stimulation environments
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30–40 pounds occasionally
• Ability to maintain prolonged standing or sitting
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, twist, and reach throughout the workday
• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation:

• Competitive compensation, based on completed clinical hours, commensurate with experience, caseload, and role
• Opportunities for increased earnings through clinical contribution, specialization, and expanded responsibilities

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental insurance.
• Additional coverages if desired
• Life insurance
• Flexible scheduling, including 4-day work week options
• Mentorship, collaboration, and leadership development opportunities
• 401k at 1 year of employment

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current Texas SLP license (or eligibility)
• Pediatric experience preferred but not required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate professionally with clinical and administrative teams
• Commitment to ethical, family-centered care
• Bilingual preferred but not required

Clinical mentorship and onboarding support are available for clinicians building experience.