Speech Language Pathologist
Adventist Health
Fort Bragg, CA
$42-63/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
Pay
Benefits
- Continuing Education
- Bereavement
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Health Care FSA
- 403b retirement plan
- Employee assistance programs
- Life insurance
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Health savings account
Qualifications
- Other license in California
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Located where miles of breathtaking ocean views meet dense coastal forests, Adventist Health Mendocino County has a rich history serving community members on the coast since 1971. We are comprised of a 25-bed critical access hospital and offer a range of services in Fort Bragg. The Mendocino Coast offers a small-town atmosphere and is known for its natural beauty, from the smallest to the tallest redwoods in the world, to glass bottom beaches and the only oceanfront botanical gardens in the United States. With whale watching, fishing, hiking trails and many more outdoor adventures readily available, this coastal region is a place to immerse yourself in its landscape and history.
Job Summary:
Provides diagnostic, therapeutic and consultative services to patients with communication, cognitive and swallowing disorders. 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
- Two years' speech language pathology experience: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
- Speech Pathologist licensure in the state of practice: Required
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required
- American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC): Required
- Speech-Language Pathology (SLP): Required
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP): Required
Essential Functions:
- Reviews patient information before evaluations and during course of treatment.
- Conducts and documents comprehensive patient assessments.
- Assists in data collection of patient outcomes.
- Instructs and directs support staff, as outlined in national and state Practice Acts.
- Supervises assistants and support staff.
- 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.
Employer
Adventist Health
About Fort Bragg, CA
- Fort Bragg's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average due to the coastal location and limited housing options.
- Wages may not always match the higher cost of living.
- Summer average high is around 64°F and low is around 48°F.
- Winter average high is around 56°F and low is around 40°F.
- Short term rentals can be found, but options may be limited due to the seasonal nature of the area's tourism.
- Fort Bragg is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal climate.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses in the area.
- Fort Bragg offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, beachcombing, and whale watching.
- There are also charming restaurants, art galleries, and music venues to explore.
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