Speech Language Pathologist - Transform Patients' Communication

Dignity Health; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

French Hospital Medical Center in San Luis Obispo, CA is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to assess, diagnose and treat communication and swallowing disorders, improving patient quality of life. You will conduct comprehensive evaluations of referred patients and develop individualized treatment plans.

You will contribute to treatment programs, collaborate with families and health team members, and ensure care aligns with Federal and State standards.

Qualifications

• Speech Language Pathologist licensed in California upon hire
• Basic Life Support (CPR) within 30 days
• Knowledge of speech pathology assessment and treatment techniques
• Clinical problem solving and analyses; interpersonal and communication
• Plan, develop, implement rehabilitation tests and documentation

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients to improve functional status under department direction
• Work in outpatient, inpatient and/or transitional care center as directed by the manager
• Communicate with families, physicians, other health team members; participate in meetings
• Report to department manager for clerical and patient care duties
• Coordinate with department members to optimize delivery of client services with available resources
• Evaluate inpatients within 24 hours of physician referral; outpatient evaluation within 30 days from referral

Job description

French Hospital Medical Center in San Luis Obispo, CA is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to assess, diagnose and treat communication and swallowing disorders, improving patient quality of life. You will conduct comprehensive evaluations of referred patients and develop individualized treatment plans.

You will contribute to treatment programs, collaborate with families and health team members, and ensure care aligns with Federal and State standards.