What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Pathologist (Clinical Fellowship) (Outpatient) Play To Learn Center, Full-Time, Day Shift position at Adventist Health?
Nestled between Burbank and Pasadena, Adventist Health Glendale is one of the area's leading healthcare providers. We are comprised of a 515-bed hospital, two urgent cares, home care services, comprehensive cardiology care and a vast scope of services located in the San Fernando Valley. We are committed to the development and empowerment of our nurses and have received Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Glendale is known for its urban living, with easy access to dining, entertainment, shopping, amusement parks and outdoor recreation. Adventist Health Glendale is proud to be part of the thriving, diverse community since 1905.
Job Summary:
Provides diagnostic, therapeutic and consultative services to patients with communication, cognitive and swallowing disorders under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist. Adheres to state and federal regulatory license, certification and accrediting requirement guidelines. Serves as an integral member of the interdisciplinary care team.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- Master's Degree: Required
Licenses/Certifications:
- Speech Pathologist licensure in the state of practice: Preferred
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
Essential Functions:
- Serves as a department role model and clinical resource.
- Maintains and advances professional knowledge and experience through continual educational opportunities.
- Assists in department operations, as requested by managers.
- Ensures patient, visitor and staff safety. Identifies and reports potential hazards.
- Collaborates with other professional disciplines to plan, implement, evaluate and revise individualized patient care and discharge plans, based on patient medical record.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
