Speech Pathologist - Speech Therapy - Per Diem 8 Hours Day Shift (Non Union)

Keck Medicine of USC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 88,000; Part time

Job summary

Keck Medicine of USC is seeking a Speech Pathologist for per diem coverage in Glendale/Los Angeles, CA. The role involves evaluating and treating adolescent to geriatric patients in coordination with the rehabilitation team, under the supervision of the Manager of Speech Pathology.

Responsibilities include patient evaluation, documentation, attending care-related meetings, delegation to support staff, and mentoring students and new staff.

Qualifications

• Effective oral and written communication with patients, families, physicians and staff.
• Knowledge of speech pathology theories and swallow function.
• Ability to develop treatment plans to meet therapy goals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Document patient care with accurate records.
• Attend patient care meetings and support staff.
• Delegate duties to therapy support personnel as appropriate.
• Precept students, Clinical Fellows and new staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Clinical evaluation skills

Education

Speech-Language Pathology degree

Job description

Speech Pathologist - Speech Therapy - Per Diem 8 Hours Day Shift (Non Union)

Glendale, Los Angeles, CA

Job ID REQ20180200 Category Keck Medicine of USC

To develop and implement speech pathology services and direct patient care in coordination with the rehabilitation team and in compliance with organizational goals and appropriate regulatory agencies. Under the supervision of the Manager of Speech Pathology, provides speech pathology services for adolescent, adult and geriatric patients with various diagnoses. Major duties include patient evaluation, problem resolution, patient care documentation, attendance at patient care related meetings, delegation of duties to support personnel, participation as a member of a team, and maintenance of an appropriate level of productivity. Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills. Precepts students, Clinical Fellows and/or new staff.

Minimum Education:Graduation from a Speech / Language school approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Speech and Language Pathology Association.

Ability:

• Effective oral and written communication skills to work with patients, families, physicians, and other personnel.
• Performs effective evaluation and treatment techniques; develops treatment plans to meet therapy and patient goals.

Knowledge:

• Must understand and utilize the theories behind speech/language pathology and swallow function.
• Must understand theory and precautions/contraindications for all physical medicine agents relating to speech pathology procedures and their effects for the child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient.
• Must have knowledge of human anatomy and physiology to assess the effects of treatment on body function and structures for the child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient.
• Must understand concepts of isolation, sterile techniques, and the applications within physical medicine.
• Must understand required policies and procedures for PMR and the hospital in general.

Experience:

• Experience in Acute Care, Rehab, SNF or Outpatient is desired.

Required License/Certification: Current license to practice Speech and Language Pathology in California issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Medical Board of California, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Examining Committee.

Membership in the American Speech and Language Pathology Association is desired.

Annual certification in BLS from the American Heart Association.

Annual certification/recertification in AB508 required for staff assigned to Geropsych and ED Departments.

As part of Keck Medicine of USC, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital is the only community hospital in the Foothills area of Los Angeles backed by an academic medical center. With its 40-year legacy of personalized care from expert physicians, experienced nurses and a dedicated staff the community has come to know and trust, USC–VHH brings patients the latest medical advancements and 24/7 emergency services. Join this world-class team providing highly-specialized care, up-to-the-minute research and innovative clinical trials.

The hourly rate range for this position is $39.00 to $64.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

Job ID REQ20180200 Posted Date 11/03/2026