SLP-Vista, CA (2024-2025 School Year)

LOOKING FOR AN SLP FOR THE 24-25 SCHOOL YEAR-IN VISTA, CA!ESTIMATED START DATE: 11/20/2024 CA-SLP LICENSE SCHOOL SETTING OR PEDIATRIC EXPERIENCE REQUIRED37.50 HRS/WK (M-F) The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for the implementation of speech/language pathology services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs assessment(s) of patient’s communication, oral-motor integrity, cognitive status, memory and problem-solving abilities, hearing and speech fluency and quality

Assesses home environment (as appropriate) and identifies equipment needs relative to speech/language function

Identifies functional speech defects and establishes a plan of care in coordination with the physician to address speech, language, hearing and other functional disorders

Administers speech therapy program utilizing specialized therapeutic techniques and/or equipment

Instructs patient, caregiver, and other members of the health team regarding their roles in speech therapy

Recommends communication devices/aids as indicated

Recommends hearing tests by audiologist as necessary

Prepares and submits clinical progress summary notes based on the attainment of goals

Instructs patient, family/caregiver, and other health care personnel in the patient’s treatment regime as indicated

Performs other duties as required to facilitate the delivery of speech language pathology services

Identifies patient and family/caregiver needs for other services, and refers as appropriate

Complies with accepted professional standards and practices, and maintains clinical competency in speech language pathology practice and theory

Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

Meets the education and experience requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in speech-language pathology

Must hold a degree from an accredited school of Speech-Language Pathology?

Current licensure or certification as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of assignment?

One year of prior professional Speech Language Pathology experience preferred?

Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable

Current CPR if applicable

TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

Computer proficiency required

Must be at least 18 years of age

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Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.