Senior Staff Speech Language Pathologist (SLP III)

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: San Francisco, CALIFORNIA

Rehabilitative Services

Full Time

77011BR


Job Summary

The Staff Speech Language Pathologist, the Speech Pathologist 3, reports to the Clinical Supervisor, Speech Language Pathology and provides both direct and indirect patient care services.  The Staff Speech Language Pathologist II works primarily with adult and geriatric patients from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, although pediatric and adolescent patients may also be treated.  Under general direction and upon receipt of written referrals, the Staff Speech Language Pathologist II plans and administers a full range of speech therapy services for patients with a variety of physical and cognitive impairments and disabilities.  Services include patient evaluations using speech language pathology tests and measurements, establishment of therapeutic intervention goals and development of therapeutic intervention programs, and implementation of therapeutic intervention plans utilizing all aspects of the speech language pathology scope of practice.  The Staff Speech Pathologist maintains all applicable patient records related to the delivery of patient care services.  While performing job duties, the Staff Speech Language Pathologist II may also supervise support personnel, Rehabilitation Aides as well as student interns and Speech Language Pathology Clinical Fellows.  The Staff Speech Language Pathologist II actively participates in departmental and organizational programs, including performance improvement activities, clinical education programs, and inservices and staff development activities.


Required Qualifications

  • 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.
  • 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 as a clinical preceptor and prior experience teaching to a wide variety of audiences.
  • Demonstrates ability to consistently meet clinical caseload requirements of a staff level therapist.
  • Ability to work a minimum of 32 hours and 4 days per week.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to recognize signs of distress.
  • Possession of or proven eligibility for CPR certification.
  • Basic computer skills in word processing and online communication.
  • Proven ability to mentor professional behaviors including interpersonal, time management, problem solving and self-initiation skills.
  • 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.
  • Prior experience working with an interdisciplinary health provider team.
  • Ability to work full time, 5 days per week.
  • Possession of a Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited professional educational program.
  • 5 years of experience in a relevant specialty area across the rehabilitation care continuum.
  • 2 years of experience in outpatient clinical care, including telehealth services.
  • Competence with performance and interpretation of Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS)/Fiberoptic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) in complex patient presentations.

License/Certification

  • Possession of or proven eligibility for licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist by the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board of California
  • CPR Certification from the AHA

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 at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.


Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.


Job Code and Payroll Title

004264 SPEECH PATHOLOGIST 3 HX


Job Category

Rehabilitation Services


Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)


Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday, Other (Saturdays)



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