SLP - AAC Therapist - Miami Lakes (Full Time, Days)

Company: Nicklaus Children's Hospital
Location: Hialeah
Posted on: February 3, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Description Job Summary The Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) Therapist is responsible for the evaluation, re-evaluation, and the development and implementation of plan of care in accordance with the preferred practice standards/clinical guidelines for children who require Augmentative and Alternative Communication systems. Skilled in the utilization of various speech-generated devices and technology to evaluate and treat complex communication disorders. Participates as an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary team member in the provision of care and in tracking clinical and quality of life outcomes. The AAC therapist will provide consultation, education, and in-services, as needed in order to improve outcomes for children. Job Specific Duties - Participates in interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary meetings and other related meetings that pertain to the care of specific patients. - Maintains and documents productivity standards set by leaders. - Records daily patient documentation, statistics, and charges accurately and in a timely manner as determined by meeting departmental standards. - Ensures documentation reflects evidence based practices. - Accountable to improve access to care for the patients we serve. - Conducts and interprets evaluations based on patient's medical concerns, developmental age, diagnosis, and prognosis. Provides recommendations based on findings. - Maintains active and supportive communication with the patient, caregiver(s), and others regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process. - Develops a plan of care outlining area of deficit, activity restrictions, context and assistance needed, and ensures functional, realistic, and measurable treatment goals and/or status of ongoing goals. - Recommends and provides treatments based upon medical, clinical, functional, and observational findings. - Initiates, documents, and prepares the patient/family for discharge at the time of the evaluation based on maximum potential or when benefit of therapy is reached. - Follows TRAAC and initiates, documents & prepares the patient/family for discharge at the time of the evaluation based on maximum potential and/or when benefit of therapy is reached. - Provides proof of at least 1 in-service specific to evidenced-based practices/literature review. - Provides proof of at least 1 peer review (case study presentation) incorporating evidenced-based practices into their treatment plan. - Maintains ongoing CEUs to maintain professional licensure and clinical excellence. Qualifications Minimum Job Requirements - Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology - Speech/Language Pathologist (SLP) State of Florida license or Provisional Florida licensure - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment - Certification of Clinical Competence by ASHA - American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment - Finger printing background and Good Moral Character Affidavit must be initiated within 15 days of hire date and finalized within 90 days of hire date Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Pediatric experience preferred in Augmentative and Alternative Communication evaluations and treatment of children with complex communication needs. - Membership of ASHA SIG related to Augmentative and Alternative Communication highly preferred. - Ability to appropriately interact with patients, parents/guardians, vendors, and healthcare professionals in all work-related situations. - Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. - Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information in accordance with HIPAA regulations. - Current in practice standards/clinical guidelines for evaluation, diagnosis, treatment of children with complex communication needs. - Ability to support quality outcomes. - Familiarity with switches and the corresponding motor and cognitive skills required for effective use of AAC devices. - Awareness of how seating and positioning impact an individual’s ability to interact with AAC systems. - Proficiency in methods for customizing AAC systems to meet individual needs. - Ability to collaborate with vendors to design and deliver training sessions tailored to diverse audiences. - Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the individual’s speech, language, and overall communication abilities, taking into account their unique background and communication needs. - Awareness of funding sources and the requirements for applying for funding from each source. - Analytical ability necessary to evaluate patient condition, to interpret, analyze data, assess patient progress, and determine appropriate follow-up. Job: Rehab/Therapy Department: MIAMI LAKES OP CTR-SPEECH-2100-580729 Job Status: Full Time

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