Speech Therapist - Speech Therapy - Full Time

Job Summary
The ENT Speech Pathologist provides advanced evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with complex voice, swallowing, and airway disorders. Practicing with a high degree of autonomy, the Speech Pathologist delivers comprehensive, evidence-based care to diverse patient populations and serves as a clinical expert within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.

In addition to direct patient care, the ENT Speech Pathologist provides consultation, education, and didactic instruction to faculty, staff, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support best practices and advance specialized knowledge in voice, swallowing, and airway management. This role plays a key part in promoting clinical excellence, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional patient outcomes within an academic healthcare setting.

Apply By Date
July 23, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Minimum Qualifications

California Licensed Speech Pathologist

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC‑SLP) from the American Speech‑Language‑Hearing Association (ASHA)

American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR

Master’s degree in Speech Pathology

Maintain professional growth and CEUs as required for licensing and CCC's

Licenses and Certificate Renewal annually

Completion of clinical fellowship year

Thorough knowledge of appropriate assessment instruments, test administration procedures, scoring, and interpretation. Ability to extract pertinent information to relate to the patient and/or family members

Knowledge of how patients should be responding to treatment, average length of stay in treatment, and recognition of appropriate versus inappropriate treatment for each patient

Ability to establish programs based on testing results appropriate for each patient

Ability to recognize the need for program modification

Ability to extract pertinent behaviors and incorporate these into daily written progress notes

Knowledge of various home programs and organization into individual programs for family implementation

Ability to report to the referring physician regarding patient diagnosis, skills, and prognosis using appropriate terminology and information

Ability to extract pertinent information to relate to family members, be empathic and supportive

Ability to maintain patient records and process necessary billing forms and treatment authorizations in a prompt, accurate manner

Ability to maintain accurate schedule and personal workload accounts

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions given by the section chief, including attendance at weekly meetings

Knowledge of current therapeutic and evaluative instruments

Ability to assume responsibility for other therapists' patients on short notice

Ability to communicate effectively with other therapists

Ability to provide instruction and supervision, as required, for student interns and medical students

Knowledge of community resources

Complete working knowledge of, and skill to apply, practices, principles, and techniques of patient care related to the area of expertise

Skills to provide information, explanations, and instructions clearly and concisely to, and to elicit information from others with varying levels of ability to understand, including individuals who are ill or distressed, or who may not speak English

Interpersonal skills to establish and maintain a friendly, welcoming environment for the clinics/departments' customers; to demonstrate an interested, understanding, compassionate manner; to maintain a courteous and calm demeanor, and to use a proactive approach to negotiate with and persuade others to take required action

Ability to maintain composure, efficiency, and a positive, customer-service-oriented manner during periods of peak workload, with frequent interruptions, under tight deadlines, and when interacting with challenging customers who may be ill, angry, or emotionally distressed

Identify the resources available to help solve the problem; create and implement viable solutions; and follow through to ensure the problem is resolved to the satisfaction of all parties

Decision-making skills to independently exercise delegated authority to act and to recognize when it is appropriate to seek assistance from others when limits of delegated authority have been reached

Ability to exercise discretion to ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained, and a professional, respectful clinic/department environment always exists

Preferred Qualifications

1 year of experience with gender-affirming voice therapy and singing voice therapy

Laryngoscopy and videostroboscopy competency

Key Responsibilities

80% - Clinical Evaluation and Therapy

20% - Process Improvement

Department Overview
The Department of Otolaryngology provides diagnostic and therapeutic services for patients with voice, swallowing, and airway disorders. This position functions under the Director of Speech Pathology to provide clinical and instrumental evaluations and therapeutic intervention for a variety of disorders.

Position Information

Salary or Pay Range: $52.38 - $69.09

Salary Frequency: Hourly

Salary Grade: STEPS

UC Job Title: 120

UC Job Code: 007961

Number of Positions: 1

Appointment Type: Career

Percentage of Time: 100% Full-time

Shift (Work Schedule): Monday-Friday (08:00-17:00)

Location: Glassrock Building, Sacramento, CA

Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals

Benefits Eligible: Yes

This position is 100% on-site

Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources, and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial, and career goals.

High-quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs

UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family

Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave

Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement

Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth

WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources

On-site Employee Assistance Program, including access to free mental health services

Supplemental insurance offered, including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles

Retirement benefit options for eligible roles, including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Pushing/Pullign over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Environmental Demands

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Loud noise levels - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis-owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements

This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation, clearance, and functional capacity assessment

This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of California, Davis, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

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