Senior Speech and Language Pathologist

About the job

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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