Speech Language Pathologist, Pediatrics

Sutter Health•Sacramento, CA

3d•$59 - $82•Hybrid

About The Position

This is primarily a Pediatric Position. The Speech Language Pathologist provides assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with feeding deficits and speech, language deficits. This role covers both Inpatient (IP) and Outpatient (OP) settings. The professional gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication. The role adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. The Speech Language Pathologist also assists with clinical supervision of assistants and aides, and serves as a clinical instructor for assigned students. This role is looking for experience in NICU, PICU, PEDs, IP and OP with a strong focus on feeding. Some limited speech/language cognitive therapy IP only is also included.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Experience in NICU, PICU, PEDs, IP and OP with a strong focus on feeding.

Responsibilities

Provides assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with feeding deficits and speech, language deficits.
Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication.
Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.
Assists with clinical supervision of assistants and aides, and serves as clinical instructor for assigned students.
Performs limited speech/language cognitive therapy IP only.