Speech Therapist II, Pediatrics, Part Time 30 Hours

Job Summary

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.
• Makes sure the work of contract therapists and the treatment of patients in non-Kaiser facilities is monitored.
• 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.
• Affords support to community programs.

Requirements

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

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements.
• Ability to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

Benefits

Commensurate with experience.

Pay

$66.69 - $70.62 / year

Schedule

Day shift: Mon, Tue, Thu 3 x 10 schedule; Schedule change based on operational need.