Speech-Language Pathologist - Pediatric & Adolescent Care

Kaweah Health; Visalia, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaweah Health in Visalia, CA seeks a Speech Pathologist to deliver comprehensive therapy across age groups. You will administer evaluations, plan treatment, document progress, and coordinate with the medical team to adjust plans as needed.

Active CA licensure and BLS are required, with ASHA CCC preferred. Experience with infants, children, and adolescents is valued for department needs.

Qualifications

• Current CA Speech-Language Pathologist license and BLS certification.
• CCC certification by ASHA preferred.
• One year of infant/pediatric/adolescent experience encouraged for certain units.

Responsibilities

• Pass annual competency assessment by a Speech Pathologist.
• Administer standard evaluations based on patient age and chart review.
• Evaluate deficits when formal testing is not possible.
• Document progress toward functional goals in a timely manner.
• Plan and implement treatment programs per physician orders.
• Provide therapy procedures as indicated and safely.
• Educate team on patient needs and treatment plans.
• Coordinate with physicians on treatment plan changes.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

California Speech-Language Pathologist license

CCC certification (ASHA)

Job description

Kaweah Health in Visalia, CA seeks a Speech Pathologist to deliver comprehensive therapy across age groups. You will administer evaluations, plan treatment, document progress, and coordinate with the medical team to adjust plans as needed.

Active CA licensure and BLS are required, with ASHA CCC preferred. Experience with infants, children, and adolescents is valued for department needs.