Home Health Speech Language Pathologist (Registry)

CO_01 Benefis Hospitals, Inc.; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Benefis Health System in Montana seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients in home health settings, focusing on speech, language, voice, cognitive-communicative and swallowing disorders.

The role requires a state license, CCC from ASHA, and a minimum of one year of experience; home health background preferred. Starting wage is $37.43 per hour, with compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Current valid state Speech Therapy license required
• Master’s/Bachelor’s Level Graduate in Speech Therapy or Speech Pathology from an accredited university or college required
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology required
• One year of work experience
• Prior home health experience preferred
• For Medicare Certified Agencies: CCC or in process of obtaining required certification

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan and administer speech therapy modalities for patients with speech, voice, language, cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders at the patient’s residence.
• Follow physician prescriptions and provide therapy to improve or restore speech/swallow functions.
• Work under pressure to meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations.
• Adhere to all licensing board requirements and Benefis Health System policies.

Education

Master’s/Bachelor’s Level Graduate in Speech Therapy or Speech Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

ASHA CCC

Job description

Benefis is one of Montana’s largest and premier health systems, and we are committed to providing excellent care for all, healing body, mind, and spirit.

At Benefis, we work hard to support our employees in every aspect of their careers by offering outstanding benefits and compensation, state-of-the-art facilities, and multiple growth opportunities.

The only thing missing is you!

Evaluates, plans and administers comprehensive speech therapy modalities/regimens as prescribed by a physician to patients with speech, voice, and language, cognitive-communicative and oral-pharyngeal swallowing disorders in their place of residence for the purpose of improving and/or restoring speech and/or swallowing functions.

Demonstrates the ability to deal with pressure to meet deadlines, to be accurate, and to handle constantly changing situations.

Demonstrates the ability to deal with a variety of people, deal with stressful situations, and handle conflict.

Will perform all job duties or job tasks as assigned.

Will follow and adhere to all requirements, regulations and procedures of any licensing board or agency.

Must comply with all Benefis Health System’s organization policies and procedures.

Education/License/Experience Requirements

• Current valid state Speech Therapy license required
• Master’s/Bachelor’s Level Graduate in the area of Speech Therapy or Speech Pathology from an accredited university or college required
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology awarded by the American Speech Language and Hearing Association required
• One year of work experience
• Prior home health experience preferred
• For Medicare Certified Agencies: Meets the education and experience requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in speech pathology or audiology granted by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association; or Meets the education requirements for certification and is in the process of accumulating the supervised experience required for certification

Exemption Wage Non-Exempt Starting Wage $37.43/hourly Actual offered wage is based on applicable experience

The professional team members at Benefis bring their passion and skills to work every day, providing exceptional care for each patient.

Joining the Benefis community gives you the chance to build a rewarding career as part of Montana’s premier health system.

This is your opportunity to be part of an exceptional health system in a state that is well known for its beautiful four seasons and outdoor lifestyle.

While enjoying the last best place, you’ll have the added benefit of having access to Benefis Health System, one of the state’s most modern and progressive healthcare facilities with 500+ beds and over 308 employed medical staff members representing more than 40 specialties.

Our state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technologies make Benefis an exceptional working environment.