Pediatric Speech & Language Pathologist

Responsibilities Evaluates patients referred to speech & language therapy, as well as Early Intervention. Performs evaluations and diagnoses speech and language disorders in children regarding speech and language deficits according to each patient's needs, physician recommendations, and specific program guidelines/protocols. Communicates with patient and/or parents/caregivers regarding evaluation results, treatment plan, and goals. Provides home program activities to patients and/or parents/caregivers to ensure carryover to the home environment. Engages patients and/or parents/caregivers in the treatment sessions. Provides individual (1:1) treatment to assigned patients as appropriate in accordance with established standards of care and practice. Designs an appropriate and effective treatment plan and works within scope of practice at all times. Monitors progress of treatment goals through periodic observations and assessments. Conducts re‐evaluations when indicated. Consults with Physician, allied health professionals, and other team members. Participates in case conferencing meetings and program planning meetings. Facilitates training and presentations for staff, patients, and parents/caregivers when applicable. Communicates regularly with Referral Specialist, Case Management, Care Coordination, and Scheduling staff. Makes recommendations and follows through with referrals to internal programs, as well as outside agencies when appropriate. Makes recommendations to infant/early childhood or mental health services when dyadic concerns arise. Completes all required documentation accurately, in a timely manner, and thoroughly in accordance with the department standards; in addition, documentation complies with the patient's insurance requirements. Provides treatment at different FHCSD clinic sites for increasing patients' ability to access care. Requirements Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology required. C.C.C. (ASHA) in Speech Pathology preferred, CPR certification. Current California State licensure as Speech Language Pathologist required; license must be maintained for duration of employment. At least 2 years experience as a Speech & Language Pathologist preferred. Pediatric specific experience required and experience in early intervention (0-3) preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Traveling between sites and other locations is occasionally required. Must have a valid California driver's license, an automobile, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. An acceptable driving record is also required. California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver's license within ten days of establishing residency. Rewards Job type: Regular Full Time Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits Retirement Plan with Employer Match Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs Industry leading benefits package that includes $1000 CME reimbursement, 24 hours of CME time off, MedBridge account with unlimited access to virtual CME training, license renewal fee reimbursement, and the possibility of loan forgiveness eligibility. Salary range: $90,000.00 - $115,292.00. Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness – Employee Hub (gobenefits.net). FHCSD provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr