Pediatric Speech & Language Pathologist

Family Health Centers of San Diego•San Diego, CA

15d•$90,000 - $115,292•Hybrid

About The Position

Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is currently recruiting for an Outpatient Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide care to a varied pediatric caseload from 0 through 12 years old, with primary focus on birth-5-years-old. This is an exciting opportunity for pediatric speech and language pathologists who are interested in joining a multidisciplinary pediatric care team and support our growing programs for Infant Mental Health and Early Intervention. This position is available as full-time. Join an existing integrated care team that is collaborative and extremely dedicated to the young patients they serve!

Requirements

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
C.C.C. (ASHA) in Speech Pathology preferred, CPR Certification.
Current California State licensure as Speech Language Pathologist required; license must be maintained for duration of employment.
At least 2 years experience as a Speech & Language Pathologist preferred.
Pediatric specific experience required and experience in early intervention (0-3) preferred.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required.
Must have a valid California driver’s license, an automobile, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended.
An acceptable driving record is also required.
California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver’s license within ten days of establishing residency.
Reasonable accommodation may be provided on a case-by-case basis.
Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy.

Nice To Haves

C.C.C. (ASHA) in Speech Pathology preferred
experience in early intervention (0-3) preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Evaluates patients referred to speech & language therapy, as well as Early Intervention.
Performs evaluations and diagnoses speech and language disorders in children regarding speech and language deficits according to each patient’s needs, physician recommendations, and specific program guidelines/protocols.
Communicates with patient and/or parents/caregivers regarding evaluation results, treatment plan, and goals.
Provides home program activities to patients and/or parents/caregivers to ensure carryover to the home environment.
Engages patients and/or parents/caregivers in the treatment sessions.
Provides individual (1:1) treatment to assigned patients as appropriate in accordance with established standards of care and practice.
Designs an appropriate and effective treatment plan and works within scope of practice at all times.
Monitors progress of treatment goals through periodic observations and assessments.
Conducts re-evaluations when indicated.
Consults with Physician, allied health professionals, and other team members.
Participates in case conferencing meeting and in program planning meetings.
Facilitates training and presentations for staff, patients, and parents/caregivers when applicable.
Communicates regularly with Referral Specialist, Case Management, Care Coordination, and Scheduling staff.
Makes recommendations and follows through with referrals to internal programs, as well as outside agencies when appropriate.
Makes recommendations to infant/early childhood or mental health services when dyadic concerns arise.
Completes all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with the department standards; in addition, documentation complies with the patient’s insurance requirements.
Provides treatment at different FHCSD clinic sites for increasing patients’ ability to access care.