Required Qualification: QUALIFICATIONS
License/Certification
Current California license as a Speech Language Pathologist, required
Current BLS from the American Heart Association, required
- Proof of all required License(s) and/or Certification(s) due at time of hire.
Education
Masters Degree in Speech Pathology or Communicative Disorders, required.
- Proof of all required educational levels due at time of hire
Experience
One year of work experience preferred.
Membership in the ASHA preferred.
Skills
Knowledgeable of the principles and practices of communicative disorders including; dysphagia, and other disciplines
Ability to evaluate, plan and implement therapy including dysphagia rehabilitation program for individual patients
Ability to explain, demonstrate and teach speech and swallowing rehabilitative measure
Ability to supervise support personnel
Ability to work effectively with others in an inter-disciplinary team relationship
Ability to be self-directing and to seek direction and consultation as needed
Ability to express oneself clearly verbally and in writing
Experience with ventilator dependent patients and Modified Barium Swallow studies desirable.
Demonstrates competence within the scope of practice including age and condition appropriate considerations
Demonstrates personal and professional integrity and interest in growth and learning
Employee must demonstrate basic computer skills
Physical Requirements
Sit, stand and walk throughout the day, push/pull up to 50 pounds
**No Referrals or Candidates Accepted from Recruiters or Agencies.
