Careers

• Doctoral degree in communication sciences and disorders or a related field from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) by the employment begin date
• Demonstrated potential for scholarly productivity and securing grant funding in communication sciences and disorders or a related field

• Expertise in a variety of areas in the field of speech-language pathology including but not limited to speech science, pediatric speech-language pathology and cultural-linguistic diversity
• Experience with instruction involving a diverse student body and a commitment to centering anti-racism in course and program design
• Demonstrate commitment to clinical education aspects of the Department’s programs through student involvement in clinically relevant research, supervision, case-based learning in didactic courses, or other creative arrangements
• Eligibility for Licensure as a speech-language pathologist in the State of Michigan; ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence is desired for speech-language pathology

• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses
• Sustained productivity and growth in research and grant writing
• Service to the Department, College and University, and the profession and community
• Contribute to an interdisciplinary environment of research, instruction, and community collaborations

Link to job posting: https://www.metroehs.com/pediatric-therapy-jobs/

MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy is growing our outstanding team of therapy professionals! We are seeking a qualified individual to join as a Speech Language Pathologist at our neighborhood therapy center. An ideal candidate will be fully licensed and available to work full-time. We are also accepting applications from candidates seeking a Clinical Fellowship.
 

About MetroEHS:

MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy provides services at our therapy centers across the Metro Detroit area as well as staffing services for Special Education and Healthcare facilities across the state. Our unique strategy to assist others involves many therapy disciplines in one location, creating ease for caregivers of children that may need this approach to succeed. Our services include ABA Therapy, Feeding/Swallowing Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy & Speech Therapy. Affordable screenings for Speech-Language development, fine & gross motor development, sensory impairment and autism are also offered.
 

Qualified Candidates Will Possess:

• ASHA CCCs
• State of Michigan SLP Licensure

Essential Job Functions and Duties:

• On referral, provides a wide range of screening and diagnostic tests relative to communicative function specific to the areas of receptive language, expressive language, articulation, fluency, voice, and dysphagia.
• Develops a treatment program based upon the initial evaluation, including appropriate goals and objectives, and makes appropriate modifications in the program based upon the client's performance.
• Schedules and provides direct client treatment, utilizing appropriate therapeutic techniques.
• Instructs client and/or client's family or care giving staff in appropriate home program techniques. Provides ongoing in-servicing and monitoring of therapeutic programs designed to develop, maintain, prevent regression, or improve language and speech functions, or to manage risks associated with dysphagia.
• Evaluates and facilitates the procurement of any needed equipment or supplies related to the client's treatment plan.
• Maintains clinical records pertinent to individual client treatment; completes required documentation in support of the clinical services provided, as required by MetroEHS.
• Coordinates the therapeutic plan with the physician, support staff, teaching staff and/or other appropriate personnel; communicates information regarding changes or modifications in the treatment plan, or changes in client status.
• Participates in client-specific conferences, or clinical conferences involving a variety of support team members as necessary regarding problems, progress, and ongoing needs of the client.

We care for our clinicians, offering the following to full-time employees:

• 4% matching 401(k) vested 91st day of employment
• $300 monthly employer contribution towards medical insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employer sponsored 1.800MD telehealth with no costs associated for employees that enroll in medical benefits
• 120 hours (equivalent to 3 weeks) of PTO your first year of employment!
• Approximately 11 paid holidays annually
• 100% employer paid group life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
• Access to a 529 college savings plan

Additional benefits designed with clinicians in mind:

• Productivity bonus potential up to $15,000/year in addition to your base salary!
• Industry leading salary, retirement, and insurance benefits
• Multidisciplinary Approach: We provide ABA, OT, ST and PT all under the same roof! Great opportunity for collaboration!
• Annual conference budget and Free CEUs that do NOT require you to take PTO to attend plus a subscription to online industry specific organizations
• Opportunities and encouragement for advancement within the company: Clinic Directors, Managers, Leads, Clinical Fellow Supervision & supervision of grad students
• MetroEHS invites world-renowned guest speakers to speak to our clinical staff
• Opportunities to participate in research projects and present at State and National Level conferences
• Clinic-based services, no driving required!
• Small caseloads for Speech/OT/PT
• Achievable productivity requirements that yield high-payout of productivity bonus

Medical Specialty:

• Pediatrics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm

Salary:

• $64,606-$81,994 per year + productivity bonus potential

• A doctoral degree (Ph.D., Ed.D.) with a major emphasis in speech-language pathology; audiology; speech, language, and hearing science; or related fields;
• A record of scholarly achievement in research and teaching commensurate with expectations at the appropriate rank in the Special Education & Communication Sciences and Disorders Department;
• Hold ASHA certification;
• Be eligible for Michigan licensure in CSD;
• A minimum of 3 years of university teaching and/or clinical experience in a CSD profession;
• A demonstrated record of commitment to, and achievement in, diversity, equity, inclusion and justice in clinical and/or higher education settings.

• Experience advocating with external stakeholders
• Administrative and leadership experience in higher education

1. A cover letter that clearly speaks to each of the following:
   1. Commitment and work supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion in education/communication sciences and disorders.
   2. Teaching philosophy and approach (including online/distance education).
2. Research agenda.
3. A detailed curriculum vitae
4. Names, titles, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references.