Speech Pathologist - Outpatient - Per Diem

Job Description

When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of passion and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai, and it’s just one of the many reasons we’ve achieved our six-consecutive Magnet designation for nursing excellence. From working with a team of premier healthcare professionals to using state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll have everything you need to do something incredible—for yourself, and for others. Join us, and discover why we are tied #1 in California and ten years in a row on the 'Best Hospitals' Honor Roll.

 

As a per diem Speech Language Pathologist in Outpatient Therapy at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, Ca, you will have comprehensive knowledge of assessment and intervention techniques in a medical physical disabilities setting.

 

What will you be doing?

• Perform evaluations
• Demonstrate appropriate treatment interventions and strategies
• Complete discharge planning for patients
• Knowledge and experience with bedside swallow evaluations and cognitive/communication evaluations
• The Therapist-Per Diem is considered employed on an at-will basis with no guarantee of scheduled hours. Scheduling is done based on staffing need and availability. The Therapist-Per Diem staff member is expected to be available a minimum of 16 hours per month.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Speech Language Pathology (SLP) program

 

License/Certification Requirements:

• Valid and current license as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in the state of California
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross

 

What will set you apart? (Preferred Skills/Qualifications):

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a practicing therapist; preferably in an outpatient setting. Experience working with the electronic health record preferred.