Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech-Language Pathologist
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ABOUT THE POSITION
Riverside University Health System is currently seeking SpeechLanguage Pathologists (SLPs) to join the team at both the main Medical Center and the Outpatient MedicalSurgical Center in Moreno Valley CA.
Under general supervision SLPs are responsible for evaluating and developing individualized treatment plans to improve speech language cognitive and swallowing functions enhancing patients overall health and functional independence.
The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive care across a diverse patient populationfrom neonates to adultsin both inpatient and outpatient settings. Duties include the assessment and treatment of swallowing disorders speech and language impairments and cognitivecommunication deficits. Prior hospitalbased experience is preferred.
These positions follow a 5/40 schedule with rotating weekends and holidays.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Assess the functional status of the patient through the use of objective evaluation techniques based on standardized assessments for adult and pediatric dysphasia cognition and speech and language.
Establish short and long term treatment goals in conjunction with the patient and the physician.
Administer active passive and resistive therapeutic exercises in order to improve coordination and mobility for swallowing and speech.
Educate patients families and caregivers regarding home exercise programs and safety with functional activities.
Provide assessment instruction and application of prosthetics for laryngectomee patients.
Educate patients in proper techniques for swallowing and aspiration precautions.
Recommend use of appropriate and suitable assistive devices for communication.
Observe patients response and progress in treatment while reassessing goals.
Complete appropriate daily documentation in the medical record regarding patients response to treatment and progress.
Complete Medicare MediCal and managed care documentation for treatment authorizations.
Provide oversight of daily speechlanguage pathology treatment schedule.
Participate in interdisciplinary conferences.
Participate in the creation of new assessment forms on speechrelated topics.
Assist in writing speechrelated policies and procedures and in maintaining the environment of care.
Provide inservice education to nursing and medical staff on speechrelated topics.
Deliver inservice education to department staff on various therapyrelated topics.
Participate in the development and implementation of the interdisciplinary treatment planning.
Maintain agespecific competencies of populations ranging in age from neonate through geriatric.
Serve as clinical instructor for speech pathology interns.
Assume supervision of Medical Therapy Unit Aide and Clinical Fellows.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: The principles and methods of assessment of function and treatment planning in speech pathology for dysphasia cognition speech and language; Familiarity with objective of speech pathology treatment; Related therapeutic disciplines physical and occupational therapy and their objectives; Familiarity with neuromuscular function and dysfunction; Kinesiology human development and of the associated modalities.
Ability to: Perform therapeutic techniques with regard to dysphasia cognition and speech and language; Educate patients families and staff regarding speech pathology treatments.
Experience: One year of supervised experience as a licensed speechlanguage pathologist. One year of experience in an acute care setting as a licensed speechlanguage pathologist is desirable.
Licenses/Certifications:Possession of a valid license as a SpeechLanguage Pathologist issued by the SpeechLanguage Board of California.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate issued by the American Heart Association may be required depending on the assignment.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Whats Next
Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the Riverside University Health System may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received. Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they were received. The candidate list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future SLP vacancies all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Application Period
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.
Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services NACES or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. AICE.
For questions regarding this recruitment contact the recruiter Angela Levinson: /
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member4 Form DD214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C3 is available here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services NACES or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. AICE.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other nonjobrelated factors.PreEmployment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of preemployment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A preemployment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
