Speech Therapist II, Pediatrics, Per Diem

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. 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.

Location: Antioch Sand Creek Medical Offices, Antioch, California. Department: Antioch Hospital - Pediatrics-Rehab Services - 0206. Union Affiliation: A20|AFSCME|UNAC-UTNC-United Therapists of Northern CA. Job Level: Individual Contributor. Employee Status: Regular. Job Type: Standard Worker.

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.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of previous experience as a Speech Therapist.
• Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Speech-Language Pathologist License (California