The Speech Pathologist provides advanced patient care, including evaluations, treatment planning, and family training in an inpatient setting. They also coordinate with medical teams for discharge planning and supervise staff as required.
Requirements overview
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech Pathology or Communicative Disorders and possess at least nine months of experience in a medical or rehabilitation setting. Current California Speech Pathology licensure, ASHA certification, and BLS certification are mandatory.
About Loma Linda University Medical Center
An outgrowth of the original Sanitarium on the hill in 1905, the present 11-story Loma Linda University Medical Center (LLUMC) opened on July 9, 1967. With the completion of the Loma Linda University Children's Hospital (LLUCH) in late 1993, nearly 900 beds are available for patient care, including at Loma Linda University Medical Center East Campus and Loma Linda University Behavioral Medicine Center (LLUBMC). Loma Linda University Health Care (LLUHC), a management service organization, supports the many programs and services provided by our 400+ faculty physicians. LLUMC operates some of the largest clinical programs in the United States in areas such as neonatal care and outpatient surgery and is recognized as the international leader in infant heart transplantation and proton treatments for cancer. Each year, the institution admits more than 33,000 inpatients and serves roughly half a million outpatients. LLUMC is the only level one regional trauma center for Inyo, Mono, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties.
Our Mission
The mission of Loma Linda University Medical Center is to continue the healing ministry of Jesus Christ, to make man whole, in a setting of advancing medical science and to provide a stimulating clinical and research environment for the education of physicians, nurses and other health professionals.
Our Vision
Innovating excellence in Christ-centered health care.
MH: Speech Language Pathology- ( Full Time, Days)
May be eligible for $5,000 sign-on bonus*
Job Summary: The Speech Pathologist provides advanced patient care including
evaluations, goal setting, treatment planning, family training and the
application of treatment techniques In accordance with designated practice act
and department policy and procedure. Provides inpatient care as per physician's
orders. Supervises non-California Children's Services (CCS) paneled staff as
requested. Participates in case conferences and discharge planning meetings.
Works with the program coordinator, case manager and or Medical Treatment Unit
(MTU) or school representative communicating and coordinating recommendations
for ongoing therapy and equipment needs upon discharge. Performs other duties as
needed.
Education and Experience: Master' s Degree in Speech Pathology or Communicative
Disorders required. Nine months of experience in a medical speech pathology or
rehabilitation setting required.
Knowledge and Skills: Able to read, write legibly, speak in English with
professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to
the position; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment; perform
technical patient care activities. Able to communicate positively, effectively,
and professionally with others; be assertive and consistent in following and
enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure;
lead, supervise, teach and collaborate; accept direction. Demonstrates
understanding of the economics of rehabilitation, (i.e. funding policies and
sources, accreditation, marketability, cost management, managed care, case
management systems, materials management, etc.). Cooperates with management and
other associates in achieving organizational goals, clinical program, and
mission. Integrates clinical and administrative feedback and direction. Able to
communicate effectively, in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think
critically; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments
effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem
solve; recall information; pay close attention to detail. Able to distinguish
colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on
the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the
workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents
necessary to the position.
Licensures and Certifications: Current California Speech Pathology license
required. Current American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA)
certification required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the
American Heart Association required. California Children's Services
(CCS)-Paneled required if assigned to Pediatric Rehabilitation or fulfill CCS
paneling requirements within twelve months from hire date.
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice,
teamwork and wholeness.
Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based
Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission,
purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.
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individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry,
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