Speech Therapist / Speech Language Pathologist

Emerge Pediatric Therapy 

Who are we?

Emerge Pediatric Therapy is a leader in Occupational, Speech and Physical Therapy. We are a women owned and therapist owned small business that has been serving the Triangle Area for over 20 years. 

What do we do?

Emerge Pediatric Therapy provides therapeutic services to support the children and their families in our community. We empower caregivers to help their children develop into confident children. We also support our therapists. We want to see our therapists grow in their careers.

Where are we going?

We have grown our practice to better serve more of the Triangle and surrounding areas. Since 2020, we have opened two additional locations to now include, Cary, Carrboro and Durham.  Emerge Pediatric Therapy is a growth-driven practice. Our future goals include continuing to expand our team, to further develop our teams’ specialty skills, and to become the #1 sought-after pediatric clinic for both our clients and employees.

Why should you join us?

Be sure of your career…

• Our “Clinical Ladder” program guides you through career development, including leadership and continuing education benchmarks.

Be encouraged to pursue your interests…

• As our therapists become more confident in their careers, we encourage them to explore, research, and develop skills in specialty areas or niche populations.

Be taken care of…

• We offer a competitive Benefits Package, handles NPI and credentialing, provides annual CEU funds (starting at $600), and provides mentorship

Be celebrated…

• We love a good celebration

• Milestone celebrations

• Staff social events

• Coffee and treat days

Speech Therapist / Speech Language Pathologist 

The Speech Therapist / Speech Language Pathologist will have a passion for working with children and families in a supportive, collaborative, and fun environment, and to enhance the lives of those we serve and the families who love them through improving the clients’ functional level.

Responsibilities

• Uphold the company’s reputation by conducting highly beneficial and neurodiversity-affirming treatment sessions

• Document daily sessions and evaluations thoroughly and timely, following Emerge Pediatric Therapy guidelines

• Host multiple therapy sessions daily with various clients

• Submit accurate billing charges by the end of the workday

• Educate clients and families on the plan of care to ensure carryover and consistency

• Complete therapy in a fun, creative way that adheres to best practice guidelines

• Set achievable goals and meet them in a timely manner

• Complete discharge summaries at the conclusion of care

• Seek parent recommendations and/or reviews

• Promote the company genuinely within the community

Education & Certifications

• Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology / Communication Sciences & Disorders 

• NC therapy licensure in good standing 

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes

• Possess a positive outlook on life

• Adapt quickly to changes with flexibility

• Exhibit responsibility and professionalism

• Communicate effectively

• Create and enjoy working with the pediatric population and their families

• Desire to learn and advance skill set

• Drive to reach goals and targets

• Start and foster relationships

• Solve problems effectively and efficiently

• Maintain an excellent attendance record and punctuality

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with others

• Work effectively in a deadline-driven, multi-priority environment; manage time and resources efficiently; communicate interferences and delays to the supervisor

• Provide others with timely and organized information; give clear directions, share responsibility and accountability; consult with appropriate individuals as needed

• Deliver accurate results that are well thought-out and complete; uphold a high standard for excellence and attention to detail; relay information clearly and effectively to achieve desired outcomes

• Use logical methods to solve problems and produce effective solutions; explore all appropriate resources for answers; take initiative to identify and improve systems and processes

• Relate well with all types of people; listen attentively and actively; demonstrate patience and build rapport with dignity and tact; manage change effectively and promote acceptance; encourage, motivate, and communicate clearly and effectively

Salary, Benefits & Perks 

Emerge Pediatric Therapy offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and many perks including:

• 65-77K per year 

• Health Insurance; medical, dental and vision

• IRA Plan with 3% matching

• Professional Development

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

• Work Life Balance & Flexibility

• Additional Perks