Speech Language Pathologist

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to diagnose and treat cognitive and communication disorders in both children and adults. The role involves designing and implementing tailored treatment programs and communicating with patients, families, and care teams to ensure optimal outcomes.

The position requires a Master’s degree in Communication Disorders, California State licensure, and CPR/AED certification.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in communication disorders or equivalent.
• California State License for Speech Pathology is required.
• Current BLS may be hired, but must obtain CPR/AED within thirty days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat cognitive and communication disorders in children and adults.
• Design and implement individualized treatment programs.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, team members, and payers.
• Assess growth and development and interpret age-specific data for patient care.
• Collaborate with the team and make referrals to meet patient needs.

Skills

Communication disorders knowledge

Team collaboration

Patient communication

Education

Master's degree in Communication Disorders

California State License for Speech Pathology

CPR/AED certification

Job description

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The speech-language pathologist must have the knowledge and understanding of a variety of cognitive and communication disorders affecting children and adults. Competently diagnoses problems, designs and implements appropriate treatment programs, and communicates effectively with patients/families, team members, and payers as needed. Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development and the ability to assess and interpret age specific data and incorporate into patient care. Serves as an active member of the team in providing appropriate recommendations and referrals to meet the patients’ individual needs. Qualifications: Masters degree or equivalent in communication disorders. California State License for speech pathology and CPR/AED is required. Applicants with current BLS may be hired, but must obtain AHA CPR/AED within thirty days of employment.

Annual Salary: $108,992 - $124,800