Speech Language Pathologist III, Acute Care

Sutter Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Speech Language Pathologist III to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing expert assessment and treatment for patients with speech, language, and cognitive disorders. You will have the opportunity to develop clinical protocols and mentor fellow staff while ensuring the highest standards of patient care. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Speech Pathology and several years of experience in acute care settings. Join a forward-thinking organization that values professional development and teamwork, and make a significant impact in the lives of patients.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited speech pathology program required.
• 5 years of relevant experience in acute care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment for patients with speech and language disorders.
• Develop clinical protocols and mentor staff.

Skills

Critical thinking

Complex problem solving

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Teaching and education

Education

Master's in Speech Pathology

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist III, Acute Care

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Organization

CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness

Position Overview

Provides assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with cognitive, speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. Demonstrates advanced knowledge and practice level competencies and is a recognized clinical or workflow subject matter expert. Responsible for developing key workflows and clinical protocols or guidelines for department. Serves as a resource in the education, training and mentoring of other staff and as a clinical instructor for assigned students. May coordinate staff education and student programs. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Education

Job Description:

Master's: Graduate of an accredited speech pathology program

Certification & Licensure

• SP-Licensed Speech Pathologist
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• DL-Valid Drivers License Class C
  
  

Typical Experience

5 years of recent relevant experience.

Skills And Knowledge

• Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirements.
• Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.
• Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.
• Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.
• Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.
• Ability to teach/educate others, public speaking.
• Ability to assess competencies.
• Ability to develop training materials and competency assessments.
• Ability to extract evidence-based practice information and apply to clinical practice and training materials.
• Able to analyze and identify clinical practice and workflows best practices.
• Complex problem solver within and outside of department. Analyzes data/information from multiple sources. Collaborates with key stakeholders in developing solutions.
  
  

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days Of The Week

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements

Sunday

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

32

Employee Status

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $63.12 to $78.89 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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