Speech Language Pathologist

Grace Lutheran Communities; Altoona (WI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off

PayActiv – On demand access to earned wages

Retirement match (up to 4%)

Job summary

Grace Lutheran Communities in Altoona, Wisconsin is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join a supportive and flexible team. The role includes evaluating assessments, creating tailored treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare professionals. We prioritize your professional growth and offer competitive pay along with a supportive work environment.

Ideal candidates will hold an active Wisconsin Speech Language Pathologist License and have a passion for helping individuals achieve their communication goals.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active and in good standing Wisconsin Speech Language Pathologist License.
• Must have CPR Certification.
• Follows/adheres to organization, federal, and state regulations and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and perform assessments of swallowing, speech, and language.
• Create individualized treatment plans and set goals for individuals.
• Provide training and education for individuals, families, and professionals.
• Document individuals' progress and therapy adjustments.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals for comprehensive care.

Skills

Active listening skills

Critical thinking skills

Verbal/written communication skills

Time management skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Speech Language Pathologist therapy program

Job description

Are you interested in a flexible schedule? Come be a part of Grace Lutheran Communities and customize your schedule! We’re looking for a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join our team! Casual Opportunities Available! Are you a passionate therapist ready to take control of your career? Join our team and work directly with a company that truly values your expertise, supports your growth, and puts people before profits. Say hello to flexibility, autonomy, and a team that’s got your back every step of the way. It’s your time—help us bring rehabilitation in house.

BENEFITS

(dependent on your work status)

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off
• PayActiv – On demand access to earned wages
• Retirement match (up to 4%)

Essential Functions

• Evaluates and performs assessments of swallowing, speech, and language to identify treatment plans and avenues for individuals.
• Proactively creates individualized treatment plans and ensures the individuals carries out their treatment plans by setting goals and objectives addressing specific functional needs for individuals.
• Demonstrates to individuals how to make sounds while improving their voices and maintaining fluency.
• Provides support, counsel, advice, training and education for individuals, family, caregivers and other professionals.
• Efficiently assembles extensive documentation on individuals’ progress, care services and therapy adjustments, when necessary, that aligns with standard medical documentation and facility protocol/procedures documentation.
• Collaboratively works with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
• Must display excellent active listening skills, critical thinking skills, verbal/written communication skills, and time management skills.
• Must display compassion, integrity and respect to all individuals.
• Supports additional responsibilities and/or tasks as needed for the department.

Physical Requirements

• Physically, be able to lift, transfer and assist patients while providing therapy interventions during physical activity.
• Must be able to lift and carry items up to 25lbs, including assisting individuals when needed.
• Ability to visually perform job duties, including examining individuals and reading information from printed sources and computer screens.

Other Requirements

• Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited Speech Language Pathologist therapy program.
• License/Certifications: Must hold an active and in good standing Wisconsin Speech Language Pathologist License and CPR Certification.
• Follows/adheres to organization, federal, and state regulations and guidelines, including Resident/Client rights.