Speech Language Pathologist - Diverse Patient Care & Impact

Dignity Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders, elevating patient quality of life.

You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and contribute to program improvements while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic hospital environment. CA licensure and CPR are required, with a strong patient-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree or higher from an approved school of Communication Disorders.
• Coursework includes growth and development, gerontology and therapeutic procedures for pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric populations.
• Speech Language Pathologist: CA license.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
• Fire Safety training within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients with Speech/Swallow/Cognitive Therapy per guidelines and referral.
• Progress swallowing/dysphagia disorders using bedside swallow, MBSS, and related tools.
• Communicate with the health care team using SBAR to coordinate patient care.
• Ensure timely, complete, legible patient records and regulatory compliance.
• Report issues or ideas to director and supervisor; complete required hospital forms.

Skills

Advanced clinical knowledge

Diagnostic/therapeutic skills

Compassionate patient-centered care

Education

Masters degree or higher in Communication Disorders

Job description

Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders, elevating patient quality of life.

You will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and contribute to program improvements while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic hospital environment. CA licensure and CPR are required, with a strong patient-centered approach.