About this role
Department: Physical Rehab Services - HospitalShift:
Primarily Days (United States of America)Employee Type: RegularPer 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. ·