ChildServe’s talented team of therapists specialize in pediatric rehab and work together to create plans specific to each child’s need. In the role of PRN Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist  you will provide comprehensive family-centered speech-language pathology services to children in our inpatient services at our Johnston location and residential group homes in the Des Moines metro. Schedule 
PRN as needed to cover PTO and vacations, also there is opportunity to regularly pick up on the weekends to support our pediatric rehab unit. What You’ll DoAdminister appropriate standardized tests/screenings/informal assessments/clinical observationsProvide interpretation and/or counseling of test results to children and young adults/caregivers as well as ongoing feedback regarding progressCollaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including the physician and physician sub-specialist with developing, implementing, and revising the therapy plan of care based on initial and ongoing assessments, and as required by policy/regulationDevelop individualized plan of care as appropriate to meet the needs of the child and young adult/caregiver including appropriate frequency and durationProvide specialized pediatric treatment activities to children and young adults in a high-acuity environment that includes treating children with complex respiratory needs who may have tracheostomies and require ventilationParticipates in care team communication including team meetings and family care meetings as neededWhat You’ll NeedA master’s degree in a Speech Language Pathology program and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)1+ years in clinical practice with pediatric experience preferredExperience in feeding and swallowing assessment and treatment requiredAbility to communicate effectively in reading, writing, and speaking the English languageWhy ChildServe?ChildServe has earned the title of Top Workplace every year since 2014. Here’s why employees love working here:Our work matters. We partner with families to help children with special healthcare needs live a greatWe’re not your average non-profit. We serve 5,800 children each year through over 30 specialty pediatric services in the Ames, Des Moines, and Iowa City areas. Many of our programs are one-of-a-kind.Our team members rock. Our teams are filled with people who care about their coworkers, and who believe that collaboration is key to providing exceptional care to children.Our learning never stops. As a non-profit dedicated to innovation, we’re proud to help many team members gain new certifications, continue their education, take their expertise to the next level, and find new opportunities to advance their career right here at ChildServe.We’re moving forward together. Experts across multiple disciplines work together to help kids get the best care possible. Ready to leave work every day knowing you’ve made a difference for kids and families? Let’s move Forward Together - apply today!

ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.