Speech Language Pathologist I PD

Cottage Health
United States, California, Santa Barbara
Oct 09, 2025
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital seeks a Speech Language Pathologist I for their CRH Speech Therapy department responsible for performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures relating to dysphasia, speech, language and cognitive disorders with patients with multiple diagnostic problems. The Speech Language Pathologist I interprets, organizes, applies and modifies as necessary medically prescribed speech therapy to inpatients and/or outpatients. Responsibilities include: Planning and Implementing programs to meet individual needs and provides patient care consistent with the Scope of Practice Standards and Code of Ethics of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association, and the California Board of Speech Language Pathology. Competency skills include the ability to provide care in a safe environment utilizing appropriate communication with sensitivity to special populations. This includes patients with diverse cultural backgrounds, age, developmental issues and physical impairments. The Speech Language Pathologist I is an entry-level position for new graduates or those new to the setting of hire. Focus on orientation and mentorship to become an independent, competent clinician. Successful proficiency at this level is necessary for progression to Level II. QUALIFICATIONS: All job qualifications listed indicate the minimum level necessary to perform this job proficiently. Education: Minimum: Graduation from an accredited school of Speech Language Pathology (Master's Degree, or Bachelor's Degree with equivalent experience). Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: Minimum: Eligible for licensure or licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in the State of California, Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech / Language Hearing Association. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certified. Technical Requirements: Minimum: Knowledge of speech therapy techniques and modalities. Basic computer skills for chart review and documentation in electronic medical record. Preferred: Inpatient: Dysphagia experience. Outpatient: Voice experience, MBS experience, Dysphagia. Years of Related Work Experience: Minimum: Entry level to 6 months of experience as a Speech Language Pathologist. About Us Cottage Health is a leading acute care hospital system, located on the central coast of California, widely known for our superior patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health system operates primarily in Santa Barbara, Ca, since 1888, and consists of three acute care hospitals, a Rehabilitation Hospital, multiple clinics and a multi-site Urgent Care system. Our mission is to serve the central coast communities with excellence, integrity, and compassion. Every day we touch thousands of lives in many different ways, resolute in our mission to put patients first. We take pride in helping our patients get back to living their lives - in the places they love. Cottage Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cottage Health applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, transgender, gender expression and identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status or any other classification protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the relationship between Cottage Health and an applicant or employee. Cottage Health is committed to upholding discrimination-free hiring practices. We strive to cultivate an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work. Any Cottage Health applicants who require assistance or reasonable accommodations during the application process may request the need for accommodation with the Recruiter. If you're already a Cottage Health employee, please apply on this link only.