Speech Therapist II NE, Pediatrics, Part Time 20 Hours

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.

About the role

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.

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 requirements.
• Identifies and recommends opportunities to contain costs and improve services.
• Assists with community programs.

Requirements

• Minimum two (2) years of previous experience as a Speech Therapist.
• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Speech-Language Pathologist License (California).
• National Provider Identifier.
• Basic Life Support required at hire.
• 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.

Schedule

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20
• Shift: Day
• Workdays: Tue, Fri (2 x 10 schedule)
• Working Hours Start: 08:00 AM
• Working Hours End: 06:30 PM

Pay

$66.69 - $70.62 / hour

Travel

Yes, 25% of the time.

Work Setting

Onsite. Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.