Speech Pathologist; Per Diem

Job Summary

The Speech Pathologist (Per Diem) provides acute care services to patients of all ages—from pediatric to geriatric—within the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. Under the direction of the Chief Speech Pathologist, this position evaluates, diagnoses, and treats a wide range of communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. The Speech Pathologist collaborates closely with physicians, nurses, and therapists to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered care across the continuum of recovery.

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and provide treatment for speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in acute care settings.
• Perform instrumental swallowing assessments, including FEES and VFSS.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
• Educate and counsel patients, families, and caregivers to support recovery and independence.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate and optimize patient care.
• Document assessments, treatments, and outcomes according to hospital and departmental standards.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and ongoing professional development.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, reports, and billing records in accordance with departmental and regulatory standards.
• Provide instruction and supervision, where required, for student interns and medical students.

• California Licensed Speech Pathologist.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC‑SLP) from ASHA.
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR.
• Master’s degree in Speech Pathology.
• Completed Clinical Fellowship Year.
• Thorough knowledge of assessment instruments, test administration, scoring, and interpretation.
• Ability to extract pertinent information and relate it to patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice and program design for individual patients.
• Proficiency in maintaining patient records and processing billing forms accurately and promptly.
• Effective communication skills with patients, families, and other therapists.
• Ability to work independently and assume responsibility for other therapists’ patients on short notice.
• Knowledge of community resources and referral options.

• 2 years of experience in a hospital or clinical setting.
• Experience working in an acute care setting with complex patient populations.
• Experience performing FEES and VFSS in an acute care environment.

The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation provides a comprehensive range of rehabilitation services designed to help patients achieve and maintain their optimal level of functional independence and quality of life.

• Salary or Pay Range: $70.54 per hour
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 165
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  SPEECH PATHOLOGIST PD
• UC Job Code: 009471
• Number of Positions: 5
• Appointment Type: Per Diem
• Percentage of Time: 20% Part-time
• Shift: Day shift (08 hours)
• Location: Main Hospital, Sacramento, CA
• Union Representation: HX-Healthcare Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: No
• Work Location: 100% on-site

• High-quality and low-cost medical plans.
• 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.
• Work Life 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…