Speech-Language Pathologist #89281

Adelphi is seeking a licensed Speech Pathologist to provide temporary/relief speech-language pathology services at a hospital in Coalinga, California. The ideal candidate will deliver clinically appropriate speech and language evaluation and treatment services to patients in a state hospital setting, ensure accurate clinical documentation, and comply with all applicable state regulations, hospital policies, and professional standards of care.

• ID: BD-1221-01
• Profession: Allied Health
• Specialty: Speech-Language Pathologist
• Facility Type: State Hospital (Inpatient Behavioral Health)
• Job Type: Contract / Temp–Relief
• Location: On-site – Coalinga, California
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM (excluding state holidays)
• Rate: $55/hr

Requirements:

• Current and valid California Speech-Language Pathologist License issued by the Department of Consumer Affairs.
• Master’s degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology or a related field.
• Resume with relevant experience.
• Knowledge of standards of care established by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
• Basic knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) and experience working with diverse patient populations preferred.
• Ability to comply with hospital security, safety, and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Provide speech, language, and cognitive rehabilitation services in accordance with physician orders.
• Conduct clinical evaluations, assessments, and treatments for patients with communication, language, and swallowing disorders.
• Address needs related to speech, language comprehension, articulation, voice, fluency, aphasia, dysphagia, and cognitive communication deficits.
• Deliver services to deaf and hard-of-hearing patients, including use of ASL as appropriate.
• Administer and interpret standardized assessments approved by the facility.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with Title 22 regulations and hospital policies.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary treatment teams to support patient care.
• Adhere to all safety, security, and confidentiality requirements while working on state hospital grounds.
• Refer service limitations or concerns to the Chief Physician/Surgeon as required.
• Perform services only when civil service staffing is unavailable, as designated by the facility.
• Comply with all Department of State Hospitals policies, procedures, and contractual requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve.