Speech Therapist, Part Time, Day Shift

Full/Part Time Full Time
The Speech Pathologist functions under the direction of the Chief Speech Pathologist to provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for pediatric through geriatric patients within the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department. This role requires advanced clinical expertise to assess and manage augmentative and alternative communication needs, developmental and acquired speech and language disorders, cognitive-communication impairments, fluency and voice disorders, and swallowing disorders, including aphasia, apraxia, and dysarthria. The Speech Pathologist practices with a high level of autonomy while providing education and consultation to physicians, therapists, educational specialists, and community providers, coordinating care with referring clinicians, and managing insurance authorization requirements to support timely, effective patient care.
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
Experience in a medical setting
Ability to establish programs based on testing results appropriate for each patient
Knowledge of various home programs and organization into individual programs for family implementation
Ability to report to referring physician regarding patient diagnosis, skills and prognosis using appropriate terminology and information
Ability to maintain patient records and process necessary billing forms and treatment authorizations in prompt, accurate manner
Ability to maintain accurate schedule and personal workload accounts
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
70% - Perform various evaluative, diagnostic and procedures for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, acute care, ICU, pediatric, and outpatients.

• 15% - Contribute to the functionaing of the Speech Pathology section.
• 10% - Maintain Accurate and timely patient records and process necessary billing forms.
• The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation's primary purpose is to provide a full range of rehabilitation services designed to restore patients to their optimal functional capacity.

Hourly
UC Job Title: SPEECH PATHOLOGIST NEX
Percentage of Time: 100% Full-time
Shift (Work Schedule): (8-10 hours ) Day Shift
Location: Main Hospital , Sacramento, CA
Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
This position is 100% on-site
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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
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
Retirement benefit options for eligible roles, including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Environmental Demands

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
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This position requires weekend, holiday, and overtime coverage.
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
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