Speech Therapist , Inpatient

Job Summary:

Under supervision, provides diagnosis and treatment of communication disorders. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.

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.

• Evaluates and treats communication and swallowing disorders for both adult and pediatric populations. Administers diagnostic tests and implements individualized treatments.
• Advices physician and patient of disorders and develops treatment schedule. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Implements and maintains department policies and procedures. Identifies opportunities for new or enhanced services or levels of patient care.

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.

• Completion of a Speech Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) Internship required.
• Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Speech-Language Pathologist License (California).
• Basic Life Support required at hire.
• National Provider Identifier.
• Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology Certificate.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements.
• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

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COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE:

Speech Therapist I Short Hour, Inpatient, 6 Hours

LOCATION:

Fresno, California

REQNUMBER: 1400532

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.