Speech Language Pathologist II, Inpatient Acute

Sutter Health • Modesto, CA

27d • $59 - $82

About The Position

Provides assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with cognitive, speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. Builds patient and family/support-group cooperation and confidence through competent assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication with patients and other healthcare providers. Follows local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety while delivering patient care. Assists with clinical supervision of assistants and aides and serves as a clinical instructor for assigned students.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited speech pathology program with a master's degree.
• Two years of recent relevant experience.
• Licensed Speech Pathologist (SP).
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) certification.
• Critical thinking, complex problem-solving, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work in a demanding environment, organize multiple priorities, and complete duties within expected timelines and requirements.
• Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.
• Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service, and community relations.
• Ability to retain and apply new knowledge and skills.
• Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, care for, and evaluate patients with cognitive, speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders.
• Monitor and care for patients and communicate effectively with patients, families/support groups, and healthcare providers.
• Follow local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety.
• Assist with clinical supervision of assistants and aides.
• Serve as a clinical instructor for assigned students.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level