Speech Therapist I, Pediatrics, 24 Hours

NALHE; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Northern California seeks qualified speech-language pathologists to diagnose and treat communication and swallowing disorders under supervision, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.

UNAC/UHCP is the bargaining representative for Rehab Services positions in Northern California, effective 9/26/2021. The institution notes compensation reviews and potential changes in pay status from salaried to hourly.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats communication and swallowing disorders for adults and children.
• Advises physician and patient of disorders and develops treatment schedule; ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Implements and maintains department policies and procedures; identifies opportunities for new or enhanced services or levels of patient care.

Job description

Qualified candidates may have the opportunity to participate in our student loan repayment program, which can repay up to $20,000, subject to eligibility and program guidelines.

Job Summary:

Under supervision, provides diagnosis and treatment of communication disorders. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.

UNAC/UHCP (United Nurses Association of California/Union of Health Care Professionals) is the collective bargaining representative of Rehab Services positions in Northern California effective 9/26/2021.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Evaluates and treats communication and swallowing disorders for both adult and pediatric populations. Administers diagnostic tests and implements individualized treatments.
• Advises physician and patient of disorders and develops treatment schedule. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Implements and maintains department policies and procedures. Identifies opportunities for new or enhanced services or levels of patient care.
• Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees.