Level II - Speech Language Pathologist - $63-66 per hour at Kaiser Permanente summary:
As a Level II Speech Language Pathologist at Kaiser Permanente, I provide diagnosis and treatment for complex communication disorders in both adults and children. With over two years of experience and a master's degree in Speech Language Pathology, I collaborate with physicians, oversee junior staff, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations while participating in community programs. My role involves developing treatment plans, administering diagnostic tests, and contributing to staff development through inservice programs and monitoring contract therapists' performance.
Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Level II for a job in Crockett, California.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: Ongoing
- 32 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Staff
Job Summary:
Provides diagnosis and treatment of communication disorders for more complex cases. Ensures compliance with standards and regulatory requirements. Oversees work of entry-level staff and supports community programs.
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 administers diagnostic tests and provides individualized treatment to adults and children for a variety of communication disorders, voice and swallowing impairment, and neurological defects. Advises physicians and member/caregiver of test results.
- Collaborates with physician as treatment plan changes. Provides training for more junior therapists. Participates in developing inservice programs for staff development. Monitors the work of contract therapists and the treatment of patients in non-Kaiser facilities. Serves as a consultant on interdisciplinary teams.
- Develops, implements, and maintains department policies and procedures. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirement. Identifies and recommends opportunities to contain costs and improve services. Assists with community programs.
- 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.
Basic Qualifications: Experience
- Minimum two (2) years of previous experience as a Speech Therapist.
Education
- Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology.
License, Certification, Registration
- Speech-Language Pathologist License (California)
- Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology Certificate
- National Provider Identifier
- Basic Life Support required at hire
Additional Requirements:- Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements.
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
Preferred Qualifications: Kaiser Permanente Job ID #1328232. Posted job title: Speech Therapist Ii, Acute Rehab, 32 Hours
About Kaiser Permanente
At the heart of health care, you'll find Kaiser Permanente. As the nations leading not-for-profit, integrated health plan, we make a difference in the lives of members, patients, and communities across the country.
With 39 hospitals and more than 734 locations in eight states and the District of Columbia, we proudly serve more than 12.7 million members from coast to coast. Whether you choose to join a hospital in the Northwest, a clinic in Southern California, or a medical office in the Mid-Atlantic, we have many opportunities for you to shape the future of care.
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Keywords:
Speech Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Therapy, Clinical Competence, Patient Care, Regulatory Compliance, Rehabilitation Services, Healthcare Professionals, Community Programs, Consultative Services
