Lead Speech Language Pathologist

Department:

Physical Rehab Services - Hospital

Shift:

Primarily Days (United States of America)

Employee Type:

Regular

Per 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.

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