Speech-Language PathologistÂ

Job Summary Occupation:Speech-Language Pathologist Specialty:Rehabilitation Services Salary:$44.82$67.24 per hour Working Hours:Day Shifts:PTAN On-Call:No Degree Required:Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology Position Type:PTAN Work Environment:Hospital, Outpatient Clinic, Home Health Location:93555, Ridgecrest, California, United States Visa Sponsorship:No Job Description Werelooking forSpeech-LanguagePathologistswho are passionate about helping patients improve their communication and swallowing abilities. In this role,youllassess and treat individuals with speech, language,cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders across inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings.Youllcollaborate closely with physicians, caregivers, and the rehabilitation team while making a meaningful impact on patients quality of life. We value compassion, teamwork, clinical excellence, andstrong communicationskills. Key Responsibilities Assistphysicians in the identification and treatment of patients with communication and swallowing disorders. Develop, implement, and update individualized speech-language and swallowing plans of care. Prepare clinical progress notes andmaintainaccuratedocumentation. Consult with physicians, caregivers, and interdisciplinary rehabilitation team membersregardingpatient care. Participate in departmental in-service education and professional development activities. Provide services in inpatient, outpatient, and home health settings. Supervise Rehabilitation Aides and other assigned personnel. Collaborative Teamwork This role involves working closely with our rehabilitation team, physicians, nurses, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to deliver patient-focused services and contribute to a supportive and collaborative work environment. Qualifications Masters Degree inSpeech-LanguagePathology from an accredited college or university. Current CaliforniaSpeech-LanguagePathologist license. Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Current CPR certification. Individuals nearing graduation and fulfillment of the above qualifications will be considered. Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in the English language. Must be able to put into practice Service Excellence skills with our patients, families, coworkers, and community. Welcome To RRH Established for over 60 years, RRH is a non-profit, DNV-accredited, full-service hospital and integrated healthcare system serving our region across a 38-acre campus. RRH includes a 25-bed acute care hospital, a 125-bed skilled nursing facility, and acomprehensive network of servicessupported by more than 860 employees. Our organizationoperatesfive primary care clinics and other multi-specialty clinics, an ambulatory surgery center, ambulance services, and full-service imaging and laboratory capabilitiesallowing RRH to deliver coordinated, high-quality care across the continuum. RRH received the American Medical AssociationsJoy in Medicine Awardin both 2023 and 2025, recognizing its commitment to healthcare worker well-being. RRH alsomaintainsan establishedphysicianwell-being program. Our mission is to be the partner of choice for the healthcare needs of our community. Our purpose is to care for our communitys health and the well-being of those who care for them. About Ridgecrest Ridgecrest is a family-friendly community of 38,000 in the desert of central Southern California, far from the traffic and commotion of Los Angeles. Affordable and safe, it has been voted the best place to live in Kern County by Niche. Home to the China Lake Naval Air Weapons Station, Ridgecrest is surrounded by the Sierra Nevada Mountains and offers abundant sunshine, natural beauty, and year-round recreation. Our hospital is convenientlylocatednear Mammoth Mountain, Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest, and Death Valley. Learn moreAbout Ridgecrestand discover the manyOutdoor Activitiesavailable throughout the region.