Senior Speech and 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. ·