Speech-Language Pathologist: Dysphagia & Communication Specialist

CommonSpirit Health; California; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders, enhancing patient quality of life. You will perform comprehensive evaluations and create individualized treatment plans to support clinical goals.

You are expected to apply advanced clinical knowledge, deliver accurate diagnoses, and provide patient-centered care while collaborating with the care team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an approved program.
• Current California SLP license; board-eligible candidates may receive provisional appointments.
• CFY candidates must apply at CFY conclusion; supervision requirements.
• SLP: CA certification.
• BLS-CPR certification.
• Fire Safety card required within 90 days of start date.

Responsibilities

• Assess swallowing/dysphagia using bedside swallow and MBSS testing.
• Educate patients, families, and care partners; initiate transfer of knowledge with multiple techniques.
• Follow patient precautions; observe responses to treatment and report unusual occurrences.
• Serve as Clinical Instructor backup for SLP students when appropriate (not for casual per diem).

Skills

Swallowing assessment

Dysphagia management

Patient education

Clinical instruction backup

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

California SLP license

CFY eligibility

BLS CPR certification

Fire safety card

Tools

MBSS (Modified Barium Swallow Study)

Bedside swallow assessment

Job description

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders, enhancing patient quality of life. You will perform comprehensive evaluations and create individualized treatment plans to support clinical goals.

You are expected to apply advanced clinical knowledge, deliver accurate diagnoses, and provide patient-centered care while collaborating with the care team.