Speech Pathologist (Home Health), Part-Time

Adventist Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 86,000; Part time

Job summary

Adventist Health is seeking a part-time Speech Language Pathologist to provide speech therapy services to patients with speech, language or swallowing disorders in our home health setting in Bakersfield, CA. The role requires state licensure and a Master’s degree, with CPR/BLS as a must, and ASHA CCC preferred but not required.

The position emphasizes comprehensive patient care, meticulous documentation, and adherence to policy.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or foreign equivalent is required.
• Speech Pathologist licensure in the state of practice is required.
• CPR certification or BLS certification from AH policy is required.
• ASHA CCC is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License and must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assesses and documents speech therapy data related to patient assessments, patient care needs, interventions and outcomes.
• Identifies changes and trends throughout physical and emotional parameters.
• Reviews treatment plans and assesses individual performances to modify, change or write new programs.
• Maintains documentation as required by law, establishment policy and administrative regulation.
• Instructs patients on ways to monitor speech and practice new skills.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

Master's degree or foreign equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Our home health and hospice agencies are located throughout California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington. They serve the entire community and offer personalized in-home care, and many have been recipients of Home Care Elite awards.

Job Description

Our home health and hospice agencies are located throughout California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington. They serve the entire community and offer personalized in-home care, and many have been recipients of Home Care Elite awards.

So whether you're looking for the buzz of a large city, the tranquility of nearby mountain bike trails or something in between, we encourage you to explore our organization.

Job Summary

Provides speech therapy services to patients with speech, language or swallowing disorders.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• Master's Degree or foreign equivalent: Required

Licenses/Certifications

• Speech Pathologist licensure in the state of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC): Preferred
• Valid Driver's License (DL) and must be at least 21 years of age or older: Required

Essential Functions

• Assesses and documents speech therapy data related to patient assessments, patient care needs, interventions and outcomes.
• Identifies changes and trends throughout physical and emotional parameters.
• Reviews treatment plans and assesses individual performances to modify, change or write new programs.
• Maintains documentation as required by law, establishment policy and administrative regulation.
• Instructs patients on ways to monitor speech and practice new skills.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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JOB INFO

Job Identification : 71387

Job Category : Practitioner

Posting Date : 2026-08-24T18:31:37+00:00

Locations :

Bakersfield, CA, United States

Assignment Category : Part-time regular

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $45.39 to $62.26. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : Home Health - Speech Therapy (AHHC - AHBD)

Shift Length : 8 Hours