Kaiser Permanente·Martinez, California
The role involves diagnosing and treating communication and swallowing disorders for both adult and pediatric populations. The therapist is responsible for administering diagnostic tests and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Qualified candidates may have the opportunity to participate in our student loan repayment program, which can repay up to $20,000, subject to eligibility and program guidelines. Job Summary: Under supervision, provides diagnosis and treatment of communication disorders. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. UNAC/UHCP (United Nurses Association of California/Union of Health Care Professionals) is the collective bargaining representative of Rehab Services positions in Northern California effective 9/26/2021.
Evaluates and treats communication and swallowing disorders for both adult and pediatric populations. Administers diagnostic tests and implements individualized treatments. Advises physician and patient of disorders and develops treatment schedule. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Implements and maintains department policies and procedures. Identifies opportunities for new or enhanced services or levels of patient care. Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees.
Preferred Qualifications: N/A
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and have completed a Speech Clinical Fellowship Year. Required certifications include a California Speech-Language Pathologist License and Basic Life Support.
Market context
Pediatric speech therapist roles in California are typically in steady demand in schools, clinics, and health systems serving children with speech, language, and feeding needs. This role is competitive because it requires a master’s degree, a completed clinical fellowship year, a California Speech-Language Pathologist license, and Basic Life Support, plus the listed student loan repayment benefit. Before applying, confirm your fellowship completion and license status, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time compared with reading the full original posting.