Senior Speech and Language Pathologist

Department:

Physical Rehab Services - Hospital Shift:

Primarily Days (United States of America) Employee Type:

Regular Per Diem Type (if applicable):

Minimum Pay Range:

$50.45 - $60.54

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Speech and Language Pathologist performs various clinical and non-clinical duties to ensure the competency of the speech therapy team in delivering patient-focused, comprehensive therapy throughout the continuum of care. In this role, you will work collaboratively with the Director of Rehabilitation Services to optimize the role of the speech therapist as a member of our healthcare team.

As a Senior Speech and Language Pathologist, you will complete comprehensive patient assessments, develop a patient-centered plan of care and implement best practice speech therapy interventions to help patients achieve their highest desired state of health and well-being.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Licensure/Certification:

· Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology from an accredited program and successful completion of the Clinical Fellowship Year.

· Current California Speech Language Pathologist licensure required. Candidates who have applied for licensure and are legally authorized to practice under supervision (e.g., limited permit or license-pending status) may be considered.

· Current CCC-SLP through American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA)

· Current Healthcare Worker Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Knowledge:

· Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience as a Speech and Language Pathologist, with at least 2 in an acute care setting, required.

· Certification in instrumental swallow studies, either Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallow (

FEES) or Modified Barium Swallow Studies with Speech Therapy (MBSS)

· Knowledge and application of Speech Therapy professional practice, code of ethics and regulatory requirements.

· Competent working knowledge of standard practice procedures and equipment used in delivering speech therapy at the bedside.

· Knowledge of and ability to follow infection control procedures in the acute care hospital environment.

Skills:

· Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills with the ability to prioritize patient care needs.

· Communicate clearly and professionally with physicians and work cooperatively with a diverse healthcare team.

· Commitment to providing compassionate care and advocacy for patients' functional independence and well-being.

· Ability to adapt quickly to the changing needs in healthcare, promote continuous improvement and speak up when patient safety is at risk.

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