Senior Speech Language Pathologist - FT - Days - Rehabilitation Services @ MV

El Camino Hospital; Mountain View (CA); Vor Ort; USD 87.684 - 131.533; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

El Camino Hospital is seeking a Senior Speech-Language Pathologist to provide comprehensive Speech-Language Pathology services. This role includes collaborating with a healthcare team, performing advanced assessments, and mentoring other SLPs. Candidates require a Master's degree and a valid California license. Responsibilities also include participating in quality improvement activities. The position is paid hourly, ranging from $63.65 to $95.48, depending on experience. A commitment to the hospital's mission and values is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Completion of Accredited Speech-Language Pathology Program; Masters degree required.
• Minimum of three (3) years' full-time clinical experience in an acute hospital setting.
• Current valid California Speech-Language Pathology license required.

Aufgaben

• Collaborates with the healthcare team for patient rehabilitation.
• Provides Speech-Language Pathology services as per California regulations.
• Supervises and mentors other SLPs as needed.

Kenntnisse

Speech-Language Pathology

Ability to perform VFSS/MBSS

Competency in FEES

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Mentorship

Ausbildung

Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Jobbeschreibung

El Camino Health is committed to hiring, retaining and growing the best and brightest professionals who will carry our mission and vision forward. We are proud of our reputation in the community: One built on compassion, innovation, collaboration and delivering high-quality care. Come join the team that makes this happen.

Applicants MUST apply for position(s) by submitting a separate application for each individual job posting number they are interested in being considered for.

FTE

1

Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours

80

Work Shift

Day: 8 hours

Job Description

Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to promote optimum patient rehabilitation. Provides Speech- Language Pathology services as defined by the California Speech-Language Pathology Practice Act, applying the principles, methods, and procedures for the screening, evaluation, and treatment of disorders of speech, voice, cognition, language, and swallow.

• Additionally, the Senior Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will provide Speech Language Pathology services within an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices, and ethical standards.
• This individual will demonstrate accountability for, and contribution to, the Department's daily operations, including fulfilling charge duties as requested.
• The Senior SLP serves as a resource for other clinicians or healthcare providers, as needed, for more difficult or complex cases requiring advanced clinical skills. These include, but are not limited to, the demonstration of advanced competency in the performance and interpretation of videofluoroscopic swallow studies (VFSS), also known as modified barium swallow studies (MBSS).
• Inpatient SLP providers must also demonstrate competency in Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallow (FEES), as determined by formal sign-off by a qualified individual who can attest to the provider's competency.
• The Senior SLP may supervise and/or mentor other SLPs as requested.
• Exhibit fiscal responsibility through accurate time-keeping of assigned work shifts (which includes compliance with management-designated start/end times).
• Participate in program development and quality improvement activities as requested by management
• Adhere to the Department's established productivity standards.
• All responsibilities will be carried out in a manner reflective of El Camino Health's We Care values and Medical Staff Code of Conduct and Professional Behavior.
• Position is enterprise-wide, employees will be required to float between campuses.

Qualifications

• Completion of Accredited Speech-Language Pathology Program; Masters degree required
• Minimum of three (3) years' full-time clinical experience (For Inpatient SLPs, experience must be in acute hospital setting); if working in NICU, at least one year experience in NICU care
• For Outpatient SLPs: Demonstrated proficiency in video swallow studies (VFSS/MBSS) within 6 months of hire
• For Inpatient SLPs: Demonstrated proficiency in both VFSS/MBSS and FEES by within 6 months of hire

License/Certification/Registration Requirements

• Current valid California Speech-Language Pathology license
• Certificate of Clinical Competence as required by the State of California
• Current BLS (Basic Lifesaving Certification - American Heart Association) for Healthcare Provider
• Valid California drivers license and proof of automobile insurance
• CCS-Paneled or in process if working in NICU/OP Pediatrics

Ages of Patients Served

This position can serve the following age groups: neonate/child (0-3), child (4-12), adolescent (13-17), adult (18-64), and older adult (65+)

Salary Range:

$63.65 - $95.48 USD Hour

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Sedentary Work - Duties performed mostly while sitting; walking and standing at times. Occasionally lift or carry up to 10 lbs. Uses hands and fingers.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

El Camino Health seeks and values a diverse workforce. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of qualifications and competencies. El Camino Health prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, ancestry, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, age, medical condition or any other status protected by law. In addition to state and federal law, El Camino Health also follows all applicable fair and equitable employment policies from the County of Santa Clara.