Speech-Language Pathologist
Apply NowCompany: Riverside County, CA
Location: Moreno Valley, CA 92553
Description:
Salary : $86,916.21 - $131,771.16 Annually
Location : Moreno Valley
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 25-73456-01 AL
Department: RUHS-Medical Center
Opening Date: 04/16/2025
Closing Date: 4/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
Riverside University Health System is currently seeking Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) to join the team at both the main Medical Center and the Outpatient Medical-Surgical Center in Moreno Valley, CA.
Under general supervision, SLPs are responsible for evaluating and developing individualized treatment plans to improve speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing functions, enhancing patients' overall health and functional independence.
The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive care across a diverse patient population-from neonates to adults-in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Duties include the assessment and treatment of swallowing disorders, speech and language impairments, and cognitive-communication deficits. Prior hospital-based experience is preferred.
These positions follow a 5/40 schedule, with rotating weekends and holidays.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Assess the functional status of the patient through the use of objective evaluation techniques, based on standardized assessments for adult and pediatric dysphasia, cognition and speech and language.
Establish short and long term treatment goals in conjunction with the patient and the physician.
Administer active, passive, and resistive therapeutic exercises in order to improve coordination and mobility for swallowing and speech.
Educate patients, families and caregivers regarding home exercise programs and safety with functional activities.
Provide assessment, instruction and application of prosthetics for laryngectomee patients.
Educate patients in proper techniques for swallowing and aspiration precautions.
Recommend use of appropriate and suitable assistive devices for communication.
Observe patients' response and progress in treatment while reassessing goals.
Complete appropriate daily documentation in the medical record regarding patients' response to treatment and progress.
Complete Medicare, Medi-Cal, and managed care documentation for treatment authorizations.
Provide oversight of daily speech-language pathology treatment schedule.
Participate in interdisciplinary conferences.
Participate in the creation of new assessment forms on speech-related topics.
Assist in writing speech-related policies and procedures and in maintaining the environment of care.
Provide in-service education to nursing and medical staff on speech-related topics.
Deliver in-service education to department staff on various therapy-related topics.
Participate in the development and implementation of the interdisciplinary treatment planning.
Maintain age-specific competencies of populations ranging in age from neonate through geriatric.
Serve as clinical instructor for speech pathology interns.
Assume supervision of Medical Therapy Unit Aide and Clinical Fellows.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: The principles and methods of assessment of function and treatment planning in speech pathology for dysphasia, cognition, speech and language; Familiarity with objective of speech pathology treatment; Related therapeutic disciplines, physical and occupational therapy and their objectives; Familiarity with neuromuscular function and dysfunction; Kinesiology, human development and of the associated modalities.
Ability to: Perform therapeutic techniques with regard to dysphasia, cognition and speech and language; Educate patients, families and staff regarding speech pathology treatments.
Experience: One year of supervised experience as a licensed speech-language pathologist. One year of experience in an acute care setting as a licensed speech-language pathologist is desirable.
Licenses/Certifications: Possession of a valid license as a Speech-Language Pathologist issued by the Speech-Language Board of California.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate issued by the American Heart Association may be required depending on the assignment.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
What's Next?Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the Riverside University Health System may be considered before other applicants, depending on the volume of applications received. Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they were received. The candidate list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future SLP vacancies - all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Application Period
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.
Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
For questions regarding this recruitment contact the recruiter, Angela Levinson: / 951-955-5562
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
A new member is defined as any of the following:
A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
01
Do you possess a valid license as a Speech-Language Pathologist issued by the Speech-Language Board of California?
02
Do you have one year of supervised experience as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist?
03
How many years of experience do you have as a Speech-Language Pathologist in an acute care setting comparable to RUHS Medical Center?
Required Question
Location : Moreno Valley
Job Type: Regular
Job Number: 25-73456-01 AL
Department: RUHS-Medical Center
Opening Date: 04/16/2025
Closing Date: 4/30/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
ABOUT THE POSITION
Riverside University Health System is currently seeking Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) to join the team at both the main Medical Center and the Outpatient Medical-Surgical Center in Moreno Valley, CA.
Under general supervision, SLPs are responsible for evaluating and developing individualized treatment plans to improve speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing functions, enhancing patients' overall health and functional independence.
The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive care across a diverse patient population-from neonates to adults-in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Duties include the assessment and treatment of swallowing disorders, speech and language impairments, and cognitive-communication deficits. Prior hospital-based experience is preferred.
These positions follow a 5/40 schedule, with rotating weekends and holidays.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Assess the functional status of the patient through the use of objective evaluation techniques, based on standardized assessments for adult and pediatric dysphasia, cognition and speech and language.
Establish short and long term treatment goals in conjunction with the patient and the physician.
Administer active, passive, and resistive therapeutic exercises in order to improve coordination and mobility for swallowing and speech.
Educate patients, families and caregivers regarding home exercise programs and safety with functional activities.
Provide assessment, instruction and application of prosthetics for laryngectomee patients.
Educate patients in proper techniques for swallowing and aspiration precautions.
Recommend use of appropriate and suitable assistive devices for communication.
Observe patients' response and progress in treatment while reassessing goals.
Complete appropriate daily documentation in the medical record regarding patients' response to treatment and progress.
Complete Medicare, Medi-Cal, and managed care documentation for treatment authorizations.
Provide oversight of daily speech-language pathology treatment schedule.
Participate in interdisciplinary conferences.
Participate in the creation of new assessment forms on speech-related topics.
Assist in writing speech-related policies and procedures and in maintaining the environment of care.
Provide in-service education to nursing and medical staff on speech-related topics.
Deliver in-service education to department staff on various therapy-related topics.
Participate in the development and implementation of the interdisciplinary treatment planning.
Maintain age-specific competencies of populations ranging in age from neonate through geriatric.
Serve as clinical instructor for speech pathology interns.
Assume supervision of Medical Therapy Unit Aide and Clinical Fellows.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: The principles and methods of assessment of function and treatment planning in speech pathology for dysphasia, cognition, speech and language; Familiarity with objective of speech pathology treatment; Related therapeutic disciplines, physical and occupational therapy and their objectives; Familiarity with neuromuscular function and dysfunction; Kinesiology, human development and of the associated modalities.
Ability to: Perform therapeutic techniques with regard to dysphasia, cognition and speech and language; Educate patients, families and staff regarding speech pathology treatments.
Experience: One year of supervised experience as a licensed speech-language pathologist. One year of experience in an acute care setting as a licensed speech-language pathologist is desirable.
Licenses/Certifications: Possession of a valid license as a Speech-Language Pathologist issued by the Speech-Language Board of California.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate issued by the American Heart Association may be required depending on the assignment.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
What's Next?Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of the Riverside University Health System may be considered before other applicants, depending on the volume of applications received. Applications will be reviewed in the order in which they were received. The candidate list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future SLP vacancies - all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Application Period
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.
Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
For questions regarding this recruitment contact the recruiter, Angela Levinson: / 951-955-5562
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at:
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
01
Do you possess a valid license as a Speech-Language Pathologist issued by the Speech-Language Board of California?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have one year of supervised experience as a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist?
- Yes
- No
03
How many years of experience do you have as a Speech-Language Pathologist in an acute care setting comparable to RUHS Medical Center?
- None - less than a year
- One - two years of experience
- Two - three years of experience
- More than three years of Speech- Language Pathologist experience in an acute care setting.
Required Question