Pediatric Speech Pathologist II

Job Description

The Staff Speech‑Language Pathologist (Speech Pathologist 2) works with pediatric patients across the age continuum—infants, children, and adolescents—from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. The role includes both direct and indirect patient care services. Under general direction and upon receipt of written referrals, the pathologist plans and administers a full range of speech therapy services for patients with various physical and cognitive impairments. Services include comprehensive speech‑language evaluations, setting therapeutic goals, developing and adjusting intervention programs, and implementing treatment plans within the scope of practice. The pathologist maintains patient records, supervises support personnel and students, and actively participates in departmental and organizational quality improvement, education, and staff development activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform speech‑language pathology evaluations and administer relevant tests (neurological, dysphagia, cognitive‑linguistic, voice, and speech).
  Establish short‑ and long‑term therapeutic goals based on results and in consultation with providers and families.
  Develop and adjust therapeutic plans and intervention programs.
• Provide direct patient care using the full range of speech‑language techniques within scope of practice and participant competence.
  Delegate and supervise therapeutic tasks to support staff when appropriate.
• Complete discharge planning and maintain accurate patient records (progress notes, discharge notes, charges, and third‑party payer reports).
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, staff, managers, and clinical personnel; report patient progress at rounds, clinics, and team conferences.
• Demonstrate effective time‑management and organization skills.
• Participate in staff education, orientation, community outreach, and clinical precepting of interns and fellows.
  Contribute to departmental quality assurance, performance improvement, and special projects.

Qualifications

• Masters degree with clinical fellowship (or bachelor’s degree if graduated 15+ years ago).
• Minimum one year of patient‑care experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to recognize signs of patient distress.
• Basic computer skills, including Epic electronic medical record use.
• Strong interpersonal, time‑management, problem‑solving, and self‑initiation skills.
• Flexibility to work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
• Pediatric outpatient speech and language assessment and treatment clinical experience.
• Preferred: at least one year of licensed experience with pediatric populations.
• Prior experience in an academic medical center environment.
• Prior participation in an interdisciplinary health provider team.
• Current pediatric FEES and/or MBSS competence.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Licensure or proven eligibility for Speech‑Language Pathologist by the California Speech‑Language Pathology and Audiology Board.
• CPR certification.
• Pediatric feeding and swallowing assessment and treatment skills, including pediatric Modified Barium Swallow Studies.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Placement within the salary range depends on work experience, internal equity, and collective bargaining agreements for union‑represented positions. For more information on compensation and benefits, visit UCSF Compensation and Benefits .

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.