Speech Therapist

4 weeks ago

Bakersfield, California, United States Kern Medical Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Speech Language Pathologist to join our team at Kern Medical. As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will be responsible for providing services including evaluation, diagnosis, goal setting, treatment planning, individual therapy, and family/patient education and training to enhance speech-language proficiency and communication effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform assessment management of dysphagia, including bedside swallowing evaluation and modified barium swallow study, to assign appropriate diet levels and prevent aspiration.
  • Conduct and document thorough assessments of patients to determine and diagnose communicative deficits and equipment needs.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment programs based on initial evaluations and containing achievable functional goals.
  • Instruct ancillary staff in appropriate procedures and provide supervision in accordance with applicable regulations.
  • Chart processes in a clear and concise manner using prescribed formats.
  • Assess and revise treatment plans accordingly.
  • Orient patients to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs, informing them of potential risks during procedures.
  • Work with nursing staff, patients, and families to maximize patients' use of functional abilities.
  • Instruct patients and family/caregivers about therapeutic procedures to be continued at home following discharge.
  • Assist in the referral process when patients require additional services following discharge, maintaining current knowledge of community resources.
  • Attend and participate in rehabilitation team conferences regarding patient progress, problems, or needs.
  • Attend and participate in other department/facility meetings as required.
  • Access continuing education opportunities to maintain clinical currency.
  • Participate in and/or provide in-service education sessions.
  • Participate in the quality improvement process by responding to results of medical record audits, patient satisfaction surveys, safety activities, and regulatory requirements.
  • Promote the programs and services of Kern Medical through formal and informal interactions with the community.
  • Act in compliance with organization, regulatory, and professional standards and guidelines.
  • Adhere to facility policies and procedures and participate in facility quality improvement and safety programs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned and required to provide quality care to patients.
Requirements
  • Current licensure as a Speech Pathologist issued by the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board.
  • Appointees must possess the American Heart Association Responder or Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card at time of hire and maintain RQI Responder certification and competency.
  • Employees must maintain all health requirements designated by Kern Medical.
  • Other unit-specific certification may be required.
Knowledge and Abilities
  • Current principles, methods, techniques, equipment, and materials used in speech therapy.
  • Possible reactions of and hazards to patients during treatment, and of precautionary and remedial measures.
  • Anatomy and physiology related to treatment and physiological problems of persons with disabling conditions.

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a competitive compensation package. If you are a motivated and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.

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