Speech Pathologist
Job Summary
The Senior Staff Speech Language Pathologist, the Speech Language Pathologist 3, reports to the Rehab Service Manager and provides both direct and indirect patient care services. The Senior Speech Language Pathologist 3 works primarily with neonate, pediatric, and adolescent patients from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, and adult/geriatric patients will also be served. The Senior Speech Language Pathologist III demonstrates a solid knowledge base within a wide range of diagnoses that may impact voice, swallowing and upper airway in the pediatric and adult setting. Under general supervision and within a specific therapy discipline, the Senior Speech Language Pathologist 3 independently performs complex patient evaluations and therapeutic interventions; serves as a mentor to staff and consultant to other medical professionals in patient evaluations, therapeutic intervention planning or therapeutic intervention requiring discipline specific skills. The Senior Speech Language Pathologist 3 makes recommendations in patient care procedures, protocols or programs related to the discipline specific areas, and instructs therapists and other medical professionals in the theory, application and/or performance of discipline specific skills. While performing job duties, the Senior Speech Language Pathologist 3 may also supervise support personnel, SLP students as well SLP Clinical Fellows. The Senior Speech Language Pathologist 3 actively participates in departmental and organizational programs, including performance improvement activities, clinical education programs, and in-services and staff development activities.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
The salary range for this position is $60.23 - $81.30 (Hourly Rate).
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit:https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Required Qualifications
- Masters degree with clinical fellowship and minimum of 3 years of general patient care experience with a minimum of 2 years in a relevant multi-disciplinary specialty setting, within the past 5 years, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 40 hours of professional development activities, 50% of which are continuing education units (CEUs) or relevant academic coursework. The remainder can include mentoring, Grand Rounds, independent reading, etc.
- Prior experience with voice, swallowing and/or upper airway evaluation and management in pediatric and adolescent patients
- Prior experience as a clinical preceptor and prior experience teaching to a wide variety of audiences.
- Proven ability to mentor professional behaviors including interpersonal, time management, problem solving and self-initiation skills.
- Demonstrates ability to consistently meet clinical caseload requirements of a staff level therapist.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work a minimum of 32 hours and 4 days per week.
- Ability to recognize signs of distress.
- Basic computer skills in word processing and online communication.
- This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior professional clinical experience in an academic medical center environment in the areas of voice, swallowing, and upper airway.
- Prior experience working with an interdisciplinary health provider team.
- Ability to work full time, 5 days per week.
License/Certification
Possession of or proven eligibility for licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist by the Speech- Language Pathology and Audiology Board of California.About UCSF
At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.
Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available atdiversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
Job Code and Payroll Title
004264 SPEECH PATHOLOGIST 3 HX
Job Category
Allied Health
Bargaining Unit
University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)
Campus
Benioff Children's Hospital
Freqently Asked Questions
In Oakland, Speech Pathologists often require expertise in voice, swallowing, and upper airway evaluations tailored to both pediatric and geriatric patients. Mastery in navigating diverse cultural backgrounds and interdisciplinary collaboration is crucial for effective patient outcomes in multi-disciplinary clinical settings.
At UC, Speech Pathologists progress by engaging in mentorship, clinical education programs, and performance improvement activities. The environment fosters advanced therapeutic intervention skills, leadership in patient care protocols, and opportunities to supervise clinical fellows, enhancing both clinical and academic expertise.
Daily tasks include conducting complex patient evaluations, designing individualized therapy plans, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. The role demands flexibility to manage diverse caseloads, including neonates to adolescents, ensuring holistic voice and swallowing therapy within a dynamic clinical environment.
Oakland's healthcare sector shows steady demand for Speech Pathologists, especially in pediatric and academic medical centers. Competition is moderate due to the city's diverse patient population and the need for professionals skilled in specialized therapies, making advanced qualifications and interdisciplinary experience highly advantageous.
Speech Pathologists must hold licensure from the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board to practice legally. Additionally, maintaining continuing education units (CEUs) and professional development activities is essential to stay compliant and competitive within the Oakland healthcare market.
UC fosters a culture emphasizing diversity, equity, and professional growth, offering Speech Pathologists access to interdisciplinary collaboration, mentoring roles, and educational programs. The university promotes a supportive environment encouraging innovation in patient care and lifelong learning.
Senior Speech Pathologists at UC Oakland can expect an hourly wage ranging from approximately $60.23 to $81.30. Placement within this range depends on factors like experience, internal equity, and union agreements, reflecting competitive compensation aligned with regional healthcare standards.
At UC, Speech Pathologists often serve as mentors and clinical preceptors, guiding students and junior clinicians. They lead in-service trainings, participate in grand rounds, and contribute to developing therapeutic protocols, blending hands-on patient care with educational leadership seamlessly.
Benioff Children's Hospital specializes in pediatric care, requiring Speech Pathologists to adapt interventions for neonates and adolescents with complex diagnoses. The hospital's emphasis on interdisciplinary teamwork and culturally competent care demands heightened flexibility and expertise in specialized therapy techniques.
UC values candidates with a master’s degree, clinical fellowship, and at least three years of patient care, including two years in multidisciplinary specialty settings. Prior experience in voice and swallowing disorders, teaching abilities, and proficiency in managing diverse caseloads are highly sought after.
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