Senior - Speech Language Pathologist - $48-71 per hour

Adventist Health; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Health Care FSA

403b retirement plan

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Holiday Pay

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Health savings account

Job summary

Adventist Health Lodi Memorial in Lodi, California, seeks a Speech Language Pathologist Senior to deliver clinical evaluation and treatment of communication disorders, mentor staff, and coordinate care.

The role requires a Master's degree, state licensure, BLS, and CCC preferred; you will work in a busy hospital setting with a focus on patient-centered care and collaborative practice.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• State licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist is required.
• BLS/CPR certification is required; CCC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation within established deadlines.
• Evaluates speech, language, cognition, swallowing and related functions; develops individualized treatment plans.
• Provides therapy interventions and discharge planning; mentors staff on clinical techniques.

Skills

Clinical documentation

Communication

Patient care

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

CCC-SLP

BLS certification

ASHA CCC (preferred)

Job description

Adventist Health is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Senior for a job in Lodi, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

Centered in the heart of San Joaquin County, Adventist Health Lodi Memorial has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1952. We are comprised of a 190-bed hospital, 17 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Lodi and the surrounding areas. Lodi is known for its small-town charm, extensive vineyards and delicious local restaurants and bakeries. The allure of Lodi's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as a quick drive to Lake Tahoe or the Northern California coast.

Job Summary

Provides clinical services related to the evaluation and treatment of communication disorders. Evaluates speech, language, cognition, swallowing, voice, oral-motor functions, non-speech communication, developmental assessments and auditory screenings. Plans and implements individual and group treatments, provides education and trainings and communicates with physicians and other health professionals. Serves as technical specialist on daily tasks and cases. Regularly models/mentors and trains staff on technical skills.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Master's Degree or foreign equivalent: Required
• Three years' technical experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Speech Pathologist licensure in the state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC): Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP): Required

Essential Functions

• Completes comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation within established deadlines.
• Completes evaluations to ensure quality standards and addresses assessment areas that require attention. Uses appropriate clinical techniques and tools, establishes individualized treatment plans for patients and completes necessary documentation.
• Meets established department and hospital in-service standards for attendance, presentation and coordination.
• Meets established special project participation standards, as assigned within the department.
• Provides therapy interventions using appropriate treatment protocols and techniques. Establishes individualized care and discharge plans and ensures plans are communicated to appropriate parties.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and well-being of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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About Adventist Health

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 80 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of 37,000 includes employees, physicians, allied health professionals and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope. We are committed to staying true to our heritage by providing patient-centered, quality care. Together, we are transforming the healthcare experience with an innovative and whole-person focus on physical, mental, spiritual and social healing to support community well-being.

Benefits

• Continuing Education
• Bereavement
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Health Care FSA
• 403b retirement plan
• Employee assistance programs
• Life insurance
• Holiday Pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Health savings account