Impactful Speech-Language Pathologist (Sign-On Bonus)

Driftwood Healthcare Center Santa Cruz; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus

Medical

Dental

401K

PTO

Job summary

Driftwood Healthcare Center Santa Cruz seeks a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with speech, swallowing, and cognitive needs, in line with state and federal guidelines. Under physician supervision you will plan rehabilitative programs, administer tests, educate families, and maintain accurate records while ensuring privacy compliance.

Requirements include MS in Speech-Language Pathology, CA license, clinical competency certification, and 1 year of experience

Qualifications

• Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Current license in Speech Therapy as required by state law (CA).
• Certification in clinical competency.
• One year clinical experience preferred.
• Covid-19 vaccine required.
• Must comply with the state of California Covid mandate.

Responsibilities

• Screens and evaluates residents and develops appropriate care plans.
• Under a physician's direction, provides direct patient/resident treatment based on the established plan of care.
• Plans, directs, or conducts rehabilitative treatment programs to restore communicative efficiency and manage swallowing/cognitive issues.
• Administers, scores, and interprets specialized hearing and speech tests.
• Instructs residents, families, and caregivers to monitor speech and practice new skills.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with policy and regulations; maintains patient records.

Education

Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology

State license in Speech Therapy (CA)

Clinical competency certification

One year clinical experience (preferred)

Covid-19 vaccination

Compliance with CA Covid mandate

Job description

Driftwood Healthcare Center Santa Cruz seeks a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with speech, swallowing, and cognitive needs, in line with state and federal guidelines. Under physician supervision you will plan rehabilitative programs, administer tests, educate families, and maintain accurate records while ensuring privacy compliance.

Requirements include MS in Speech-Language Pathology, CA license, clinical competency certification, and 1 year of experience