Speech Language Pathologist

American Advanced Management; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,768 - 99,187; Full time

Job summary

American Advanced Management is hiring a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in San Francisco. The role is responsible for assessing and treating patients with communication and swallowing disorders, particularly within a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital setting.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, relevant certification, and a professional image. Experience in acute care settings is preferred and a current license to practice is required.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in an acute or LTACH setting preferred.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat adult patients with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Provide trach/vent care support for ventilator dependent patients.
• Conduct Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS) for assessment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Current, valid license to practice as a Speech Therapist

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC- SLP)

Job description

Job Location: San Francisco, CA 94117. Position Type: Full Time. Salary Range: $55.00 - $72.00 hourly.

Position Summary

Responsible for providing and directing Speech-Language Pathologist services to patients including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication. Functions under physician’s orders. This position will be a full time schedule based in our San Francisco location.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our multi-disciplinary team in a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital setting. This position involves working with a medically complex adult population, including patients with tracheostomies, those on mechanical ventilation, and individuals requiring advanced dysphagia management. You will play a vital role in restoring communication and swallowing functions to medically fragile patients, collaborating with physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and dietitians to optimize patient outcomes.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat adult patients with communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing disorders.
• Provide trach/vent care support, including communication strategies for ventilator dependent patients.
• Manage and trial speaking valves (e.g., Passy-Muir) to facilitate verbal communication and swallowing function.
• Conduct Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS) and/or assist with Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) to assess dysphagia and guide treatment plans.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based therapy plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation with regulatory and facility standards.

Qualifications and Skills

• One (1) year of experience within an acute or LTACH setting preferred.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• FEES (Preferred; certification/training a plus).
• MBSS interpretation and documentation.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Strong interdisciplinary communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.
• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Required Education, Certificates, Licensures, Registrations

• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Speech Therapist in the state of employment required.
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC- SLP) or in the process of completing Clinical Fellowship Year required.
• Member of American Speech-Language and Hearing Association required.
• Current BLS certification from an approved vendor required.