Sutter Health·Sacramento, California
Provides screening, assessment, and treatment for NICU, PICU, and pediatric patients with feeding, speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. Responsible for planning, implementing, and documenting patient evaluations and specific treatment plans.
EDUCATION: Master's: Graduate of accredited language and speech pathology program OR SLP License evidencing program graduation
CDCA-SLPA - California Department of Consumer Affairs Speech Language Pathology & Audiology & Hearing Aid Dispensers certification OR RPE-Required Professional Experience Temporary License by California Department of Consumer Affairs Speech Language Pathology & Audiology & Hearing Aid Dispensers BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
Yes Unions: No Position Status: Non-Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Limited Term (Fixed Term) Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $55.90 to $78.26 / hour The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
Requires a Master's degree from an accredited speech-language pathology program and appropriate California state licensure or temporary professional experience license. Candidates must possess Basic Life Support certification and the ability to work in a demanding clinical environment.
Market context
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