Speech Pathologist Assistant

Assists a licensed Speech Pathologist by implementing, as appropriate for scope of practice, treatment programs to inpatient/outpatient members having specific communicative disorders, excluding complicated neurologically based disorders, craniofacial & laryngeal & oropharyngeal disorders. Performs job duties under close supervision of licensed Speech Pathologist(s).Essential Functions:

Upholds KP's Policies & Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities & applicable state, federal & local laws

Implements documented treatment plans or protocols developed by a supervising Speech Pathologist

Provides individualized treatment to adults & children w/ specific communication disorders under the supervision of a Speech Pathologist

Documents patient progress toward meeting established objectives & reports the information to a supervising Speech Pathologist

Assists the Speech Pathologist during assessments, including, but not limited to, assisting w/ formal documentation, preparing materials & performing clerical duties for a supervising Speech Pathologist

Complies w/ JCAHO, federal, state, local & health plan regulations

Observes all regional, medical center & department policies & procedure

Maintains privacy & confidentiality of medical information

Observes universal precautions & all infection control safety procedures

Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service

Uses appropriate titles & greeting for patients, families, physicians & staff

Treats all patients in accordance w/ Patient's Bill of Rights

Attends required in-services

Communicates clearly, effectively & appropriately at all times

Written & verbal communication must be clear, concise, legible, timely, accurate, complete & appropriate at all times

Maintains a courteous, professional relationship w/ patients, families, other members of the department & health care team

Maintains equipment, supplies & work area in accordance w/ department guidelines

Follows dept policies related to equipment & maintenance

Assists in maintaining clean & safe work areas

Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional, chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served - neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult or geriatric

Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive & accurate manner following dept policies & procedures

Demonstrates effective teaching techniques when instructing patients and/or family members

Performs other related duties, as assigned

Pay Grade: 26Basic Qualifications:

One (1) to three (3) years clinical experience as a Speech Pathologist Assistant preferred

Associate of Arts or Sciences degree from an accredited Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant program or completion of a Bachelor's degree program in Speech-Language pathology or communication disorders

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Must be registered & approved by the State of California, Department of Consumer Affairs as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Ability to speak & write English for patient care purposes

Computer literacy preferred

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.COMPANY: KAISERTITLE: Speech Pathologist AssistantLOCATION: Baldwin Park, CaliforniaREQNUMBER: 895348External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.