Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist, Redwood City Campus

Stanford Health Care • Redwood City, CA

132d • $54 - $71

About The Position

At Stanford Health Care, our Speech Pathology department offers a unique and fulfilling experience for SLPs looking to make an impact. Serving a diverse range of patient populations-including cardiothoracic, transplant, neurosurgery, oncology, trauma, and more-you'll be part of a dynamic team working at the forefront of patient care. What sets us apart? First, we provide access to cutting-edge diagnostic tools like MBS (using TIMS) and FEES, with three towers and 12 scopes available. We offer mentorship and training for FEES, ensuring you're constantly growing your expertise. Second, you'll join a collaborative, tightly-knit team of SLPs who are committed to evidence-based practice and knowledge sharing. We also offer flexibility with the option to work four 10-hour shifts after the probationary period, giving you more balance in your schedule. We're committed to helping you grow as a leader. You'll have access to a Clinical Specialist who supports career advancement goals, from presenting at state and national conferences to mentoring on advanced skills like in-line PMV and FEES. Plus, you can get involved in several councils-such as the Rehab, Student, or Shared Leadership Councils-while advancing through our Clinical Ladder Structure.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved Speech Language Pathology curriculum with either a Master's or Doctorate degree.
• Two (2) years clinical practice as a Speech Language Pathologist (including work experience as Clinical Fellow).
• Competent with Instrumental Swallow Assessments (VFSS and FEES).
• Certification in MBSImp is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients with more complex speech, language, cognitive, voice and swallow impairments including instrumental swallow assessments (videofluoroscopy and flexible endoscopy).
• Prepares and presents an in-service (at least one annually).
• Develops, implements, and modifies therapeutic interventions to alleviate complex communication, cognitive and swallow impairments.
• Provides input regarding the educational needs of the staff and serves as a resource in meeting those needs.
• With the support of the manager, may initiate clinical research within area of clinical expertise.
• Provides mentoring to others when appropriate and serves as a role model/resource/teacher/mentor to less experienced speech pathologists.
• Leads patient care conferences, communicating with and teaching other care providers.
• Assists with identifying departmental performance improvement issues and participates in performance improvement activities.
• Contributes to the development of departmental policies and procedures.
• Identifies needs for equipment repair or upgrade to maintain quality of care.

Benefits

• Access to cutting-edge diagnostic tools.
• Mentorship and training for FEES.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Access to a Clinical Specialist for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees