Speech Therapist Acute Therapies (Full-Time, Temporary, Days)

Compensation range:

Your rate of pay will be based on applicable experience

Enloe Health is a Level II Trauma Center located in beautiful Northern California. We offer a full array of medical services and our mission is to elevate the health of the communities we serve. As a Planetree organization we place high value on hiring the right team to care for our patients and their familiescare that is steeped in compassion human connection and mutual support. If you feel called to make a meaningful impact through empathetic person-centered care and thrive in a culture that values collaboration and purpose we welcome you to join our team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Speech Therapist is responsible for providing evaluation and treatment upon physician referral to a patient population consisting of varying diagnosis. The Speech Therapist will assess identify and treat all areas of deficits impacting communication cognition and swallowing. The Speech Therapist provides instruction and education to the patient/caregiver to promote the safe execution of the facilitatory techniques taught.

EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE:

Desired:

One year experience in acute care extended care rehabilitation mental health or outpatient setting.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATION:

Minimum:

Current Speech Pathologist license from the State of California Board of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology

Current Certificate of Clinical Competency by the American Speech language Hearing Association (within 60 days of hire) (current membership is not required)

Current CPR recognition

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:

Must demonstrate technical competence professional clinical judgment communication skills and sensitivity for the patient and family. Clinical skills and knowledge to successfully achieve desired outcomes in assigned patients. Ability to provide treatment to address the practical and realistic needs and goals of the patient. Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.

Enloe offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all eligible employees including but not limited to:

• $0 premium medical plan to include vision insurance
• Prescription and dental group insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as its earned
• Extended Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance

Please visit the employee benefits page at get more in-depth benefits and coverage information or email to receive a full summary of benefits.