Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

We truly value our employees and are committed to their success! We offer long-term employment opportunities with job stability, as well as support and encouragement for career growth and advancement. Our comprehensive benefits package includes Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, Paid Time Off, 9 Paid Holidays, a 403(b) Retirement Plan with company matching, and company-paid Life Insurance. Join our team and experience a workplace culture that fosters teamwork, growth, and support!

Los Angeles Jewish Health has been a trusted provider of senior healthcare for over 100 years, offering a wide range of services that prioritize excellence and Jewish values. We serve more than 4,000 seniors across our San Fernando Valley campuses, delivering personalized care tailored to each individual’s needs, from independent living to specialized healthcare programs.

The responsibilities of the Speech Language Pathologist include, but are not limited to:

Responsibilities:

• Screens and evaluates residents to develop appropriate care plans.
• Under a physician’s direction, provides direct patient/resident treatment based on an established plan of care.
• Plans, directs, and conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency for individuals with communication, swallowing, or cognitive disorders.
• Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Instructs residents, families, and caregivers on how to monitor speech and practice new skills.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policies and state and/or federal regulations.
• Maintains patient records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Develops special tools and treatment plans tailored to meet the specific needs of patients.

Experience and Skills:

• Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Licensed in Speech-Language Pathology as required by state law.
• Certification in clinical competency (preferred).
• At least one year of clinical experience is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May supervise Rehab Aides and other staff involved in the program.

Physical Demands and Environment:

• Shift work may be required.
• Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk, and hear.
• Employee may occasionally assist with lifting and/or transferring patients weighing between 100 to 250 pounds.
• Employee may occasionally be exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Join Los Angeles Jewish Health and make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors in our community. Become part of our compassionate team, dedicated to providing exceptional care and support. Apply today and start making a difference!