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Natividad Medical Center (NMC)

Speech Pathologist

Natividad Medical Center (NMC), Salinas, Salinas, us, 00751

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Natividad Medical Center (NMC) . Applications will be reviewed as needed until the positions are filled. Please allow 2 weeks for processing of all application materials. The eligible list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill future temporary and permanent positions as vacancies arise. Natividad may offer up to a $15,000.00 sign-on bonus to candidates hired into a permanent position. Position Description

Natividad is currently seeking to fill a full time permanent Speech Pathologist in the Acute Rehabilitation Unit and a per-diem Speech Pathologist in the Therapy Services Department. Under direction, this incumbent provides professional speech pathology diagnostic and treatment services to assist patients with communication, voice and swallowing disorders of inpatients and outpatients in a hospital setting; develops, implements, and documents treatment plans and goals designed to meet patient needs including special population of Neonatal Intensive Care infants and pediatrics patients. Examples of Duties / Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive communication and/or swallowing rehabilitation case management which includes the diagnostic evaluation of a broad range of patients with communication and/or swallowing disorders to determine and provide the optimum therapy for correction, rehabilitation, or referral to another service Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans for patients that include specific treatment methods, duration and frequency of treatment, and goals Interpret and analyze findings of speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disabilities to determine therapy diagnosis and prognosis Coordinate treatment programs with physicians, nurses, professional and para-professional staff in the inpatient and outpatient departments of the hospital Perform indirect patient care duties such as communication and coordination of care with the patient, family, caregivers, and other professionals, conference reporting, documentation, and charging according to procedures Maintain accurate records and written reports Participate in continuing education/staff development and competency requirements and other hospital and professional requirements, as required Minimum Qualifications

Required License/Certification:

Possession of a valid Speech Pathologist license issued by the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board of California or the ability to obtain prior to start. Possess and maintain a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) card. (Please ensure the name on your license either matches the name on your application or is indicated somewhere on your application, as all licenses will be verified via primary source) The Ideal Candidate Will have proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Thorough Knowledge Of Current principles, methods, theory and practices of Speech Therapy Pathologies and injuries that result in speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disabilities Regulatory practice requirements Evaluation and treatment methodologies as applied to complex patients Code of Ethics and performance standards as outlined by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Working knowledge of basic understanding of the business aspects of therapy services; such as utilization management, charging practices and regulatory compliance Anatomy and physiology related to treatment Standard billing, reimbursement and reporting practices common to the health care industry, including those pertaining to Medi-Cal and Medicare Evaluate patients, interpret clinical data and make clinical judgments Apply advanced clinical skills in treating difficult and complex cases Develop, implement and adapt treatment programs Write clearly and concisely Communicate effectively with patients, staff, and other health professionals Establish and maintain effective relationships with others Efficiently manage time and priorities Demonstrate appropriate patient handling skills Experience / Education / Training

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience performing duties as a licensed speech-language pathologist Conditions of Employment

Natividad requires that all incumbents pass a pre-employment physical/medical assessment. Natividad will conduct a thorough background and reference check process which includes a Department of Justice fingerprint check. Employees who drive on County business to carry out job related duties must possess a valid CA Driver License for the class vehicle driven. Employees must have and show their original Social Security Card and a valid CA Driver License or CA State ID prior to the first day of work. Incumbents may be required to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays; and work with potentially hazardous and infectious substances. REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS AND SCREENING PROCESS Application Submission

A completed Monterey County Application may be obtained from and submitted to the Natividad Human Resources Office, 1441 Constitution Blvd., Bldg. 300, Salinas, CA. 93906, or On-line applications may be submitted at

www.natividad.com ; resume and license and/or certifications (if applicable) may be attached to your online application or emailed separately to: SellanAM@Natividad.com. Resumes will be accepted in addition to, but not in lieu of the required application materials. For more information or to obtain regular paper application materials please contact the Natividad HR, 1441 Constitution Blvd.,(831) 783-2700, M - F, 7:30 a.m.- 5:00p.m. Notes on Selection Process

QUALIFICATIONS APPRAISAL: All licenses/certificates will be verified via primary source. Completed application materials will be competitively evaluated. The initial screening uses ONLY the applicant's answers to the Supplemental Questions. The best-qualified applicants will be invited to participate further in the process. QUALIFICATIONS ASSESSMENT may include an oral examination, pre-exam exercise, performance exam, or physical ability exam. Special Notes

If you believe you possess a disability that would require test accommodation, please contact the Natividad-HR Analyst at (831) 783-2711. Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the United States. If you are hired into this classification in a per-diem position, your salary will be hourly and you will not be eligible for benefits. Speech Pathologist Per-Diem pay rate: $58.349 - $79.692. Natividad may offer up to a $15,000.00 sign-on bonus to candidates hired into a permanent position.

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