SR SPEECH PATHOLOGIST

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Job Summary

The SR. Speech Pathologist (SR SP)

shall function under the Chief Speech Pathologist to provide evaluative, diagnostic, and treatment procedures for pediatric though geriatric patients for the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department. This

SR SP

position requires a depth of theoretic and applied knowledge for diagnosing and treating patients with augmentative communication needs, developmental speech and language disorders, acquired cognitive and language disorders, fluency, voice, dysphagia, aphasia, apraxia and dysarthria. The

SR SP

position requires advanced knowledge and a minimum of two years' experience treating patients with the disorders listed above. In addition, the

SR SP

will have a defined area of specialization (e.g. swallowing disorders, aphasia, pediatric feeding, etc.) and will assume the role of providing ongoing training to staff in addition to providing resources and updates on current research pertinent to the area of specialization.

The SR SP

functions autonomously, providing teaching and consultation with other departments, physician and therapy specialists within UCDMC, educational specialists as well as other community agencies/service providers

, and r

equires coordination with primary care/service providers and management of insurance authorizations. Apply By Date

: December 17 th , at 11:59 PM Minimum Qualifications

: For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload their license, certification, and educational degree/diploma if required for the position Must be a

California Licensed Speech Pathologist Must have a valid

American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR Must possess a

M

aster's degree in Speech Pathology Demonstrated e

xperience providing direct clinical care to a range of complex patients with competency treating patients in ICU, floor care, rehab and outpatient settings Must h

old advanced training certificates, CEU's, degree, etc., in

an

area of specialization Advanced knowledge in area of specialization (e.g, swallowing disorders, aphasia, pediatric feeding, etc.) Thorough knowledge of appropriate assessment instruments, test administration procedures, scoring, and interpretation Skills to efficient review of a patient's medical history with identification of pertinent information to relate to both medical staff, patient's and/or family members Knowledge of how patients should be responding to treatment, average length of stay in treatment, recognition of appropriate versus inappropriate treatment for each patient Development of programs based on testing results appropriate for each patient Demonstrates knowledge of need for program modification based upon a patient's performance Ability to extracts pertinent behaviors and incorporate these into daily written progress notes Knowledge of various home programs and community resources to provide to patients Skills to efficiently reports patient diagnosis, skills and prognosis to referring physician using appropriate terminology and information Extracts pertinent information to relate to family members, be empathetic and supportive Ability to maintains patient records and process necessary billing forms and treatment authorizations in prompt, accurate manner Ability to maintains accurate schedule and personal workload accounts Ability to follows verbal and written instructions given by section chief, including attendance at weekly meetings Advanced knowledge of current therapeutic and evaluative instruments especially as pertains to area of specialty Ability to assumes responsibility for other therapists' patients on short notice and communicates effectively with other therapists Skills to provides instruction and supervision, as required, for student interns and medical students Key Responsibilities 70% - Function under the direction and supervision of the Chief Speech Pathologist to perform various evaluative diagnostic and procedures for Physical Rehabilitaion, acute care, ICU, pediatric and outpatient 15% - Contributes to the functioning of the Speech Pathology section 10% - Maintain accurate and timely patient records and necessary billing forms. 5% - Participates in instructional actives in order to maintain and improve professional skills and knowledge

Department Overview The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation's primary purpose is to provide a full range of rehabilitation services designed to restore patients to their optimal functional capacity. POSITION INFORMATION Salary or Pay Range:

$4,097.34 - $5,406.85 Salary Frequency:

Bi-weekly Salary Grade:

166 UC Job Title: SPEECH PATHOLOGIST SR EX Number of Positions: 1 Appointment Type: Staff: Career Percentage of Time: 100

% Full-time Shift Hours: Day

shift (08 hours) Location: Main Hospital

, Sacramento, CA Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals Benefits Eligible:

Yes Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site THIS IS NOT AN H-1B VISA OPPORTUNITY Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy

Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees

or

Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees

and our

Benefits Page

.

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* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs * UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family * Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave * Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement * Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement * Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement * Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth * WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources * On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services * Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage * Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles * Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found

here * UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance

diversity, equity and inclusion

as well as

Employee Resource Groups

(ERGs) to support our staff Physical Demands Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs. - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs. - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26-50 Lbs. - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Environmental Demands Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Mental Demands Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Special Requirements This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s) This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our

Principles of Community

, our

Clinical Strategic Plan

and

strategic vision

for research and education, and our latest efforts to

outgrow the expected

. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

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https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

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