Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language PathologistUnder the direction of the Rehab Director, the SLP evaluates plans, identifies, assesses, interprets, diagnoses, and administers medically prescribed speech therapy treatment to patients. Selects and executes procedures for screening and assessment of speech, language, oral pharyngeal function, swallowing, and cognitive-communication disorders; formulates, carries out, and documents plan of care throughout the continuum of care in the inpatient and outpatient setting; and encompasses pediatric through geriatric populations. The SLP educates patients, family/caregivers and staff regarding impairments of speech, language, swallowing, and cognition disorders.Responsibilities include screening assessment, and evaluation of patients; formulation and periodic revision of plans of care; provision of treatment; patient discharge planning; patient, family and staff education; patient-care conferences; compliance with hospital and department policies and procedures; upholding the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Code of Ethics and state statues pertaining to speech-language pathology; performing within the philosophy and organizational structure of the institution, the program, and the standards governing the profession of speech-language pathology; and communicating effectively with all appropriate individuals regarding patients, staff, and personal issues.Age specific competencies include treating adults and geriatric patients, taking into account the age/cognitive level of the patient, daily activities, and interactions with families/guardians. Cultural competency includes exhibiting a culturally responsive attitude including flexibility, empathy, respect, and awareness of communication needs.Qualifications include a Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with specialization in speech pathology, communication disorders, or a related field, two years of speech-language pathology experience in a clinic or educational institution as a state licensed speech-language pathologist preferred, current licensure by the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board to practice speech pathology, current Certificate of Clinical Competence as a Speech-Language Pathologist issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association, and a valid California Class C Driver License. All required licenses and certifications must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. Physical Class II - Light: light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved. Desirable qualifications include experience performing modified barium swallow studies, experience with dysphagia management in a healthcare setting, and experience as a Licensed Speech Language Pathologist beyond the Selection Requirements.