Speech-Language Pathologist

William H and Carrie Gottsche Foundation; Basin (WY); On-site; USD 77,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Gottsche Rehabilitation - Basin is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to deliver outpatient evaluations and therapies in a full-time role in Basin, Wyoming. You will develop plans of care, provide evidence-based interventions, educate patients and families, and collaborate with physicians, therapists and community partners.

The position requires Wyoming licensure as a SLP (ASHA CCC or CF eligibility preferred) and a focus on quality outcomes, program development, and patient education to

Qualifications

• Wyoming licensure required or in process with ASHA CCC/CF eligibility.
• Demonstrated ability to provide outpatient Speech-Language Pathology services.
• Ability to educate patients and families and coordinate with caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive evaluations using standardized assessments.
• Develop individualized plans of care with measurable functional goals.
• Provide evidence-based intervention for speech, language, cognitive-communication, dysphagia, voice, and related disorders.
• Educate patients, caregivers and families.
• Coordinate care with PT, OT, physicians and referral sources.
• Maintain accurate, timely and compliant documentation.
• Monitor outcomes and modify plans of care based on progress.
• Assist with program development and community outreach.

Skills

Evidence-based practice

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation accuracy

Education

Wyoming licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist

ASHA CCC or CF eligibility

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Speech-Language Pathologist

Description

Full-Time Position

Pay Range: $37.00 - $50.00 per hour (DOE)

I. Role Purpose & Overview

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is accountable for delivering exceptional outpatient speech-language pathology services while supporting the mission, vision, and ROOTED values of Gottsche Performance & Longevity Centers. The SLP provides evidence-based evaluation and treatment for communication, cognitive-communication, swallowing, voice, resonance, fluency, and related disorders while collaborating with physicians, therapists, caregivers, and community partners. As Gottsche continues to expand Speech Therapy services, the SLP also contributes to program development, quality improvement, physician outreach, and community education.

II. Core Accountabilities

1. Clinical Outcomes & Care Excellence

• Perform comprehensive evaluations using standardized assessments.

• Develop individualized plans of care with measurable functional goals.

• Provide evidence-based intervention for speech, language, cognitive communication, dysphagia, voice, fluency and AAC when appropriate.

• Educate patients, caregivers and families.

• Coordinate care with PT, OT, physicians and referral sources.

• Maintain accurate, timely and compliant documentation.

• Monitor outcomes and modify plans of care based on objective progress.

2. Productivity & Performance

• Maintain efficient schedule utilization and productivity.

• Complete evaluations promptly.

• Maintain timely documentation and coding accuracy.

• Support appropriate visit frequency and plan of care progression.

• Use resources responsibly while maintaining excellent patient care.

3. Program Development

• Assist with development of outpatient Speech Therapy services.

• Build relationships with physicians, schools, hospitals and community organizations.

• Participate in marketing events, presentations and educational opportunities.

• Identify opportunities for new services including LSVT, FEES partnerships, concussion, Parkinson's, pediatric speech, cognitive rehabilitation and wellness programming.

4. Schedule & Access Management

• Reduce scheduling gaps and improve patient access.

• Coordinate referrals, authorizations and scheduling with PRMs.

• Support wait-list management and patient retention.

5. Compliance, Risk & Quality

• Comply with ASHA Code of Ethics, Wyoming licensure standards, CMS, HIPAA and CORF requirements.

• Participate in audits, quality improvement and incident reporting.

• Maintain competency through continuing education.

6. Team Engagement & Development

• Collaborate across disciplines.

• Mentor students or Clinical Fellows when assigned.

• Provides supervision and required documentation for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) as assigned, including review and co-signature of documentation, oversight of delegated services, and ensuring compliance with applicable state licensure requirements, organizational policies, payer regulations, and professional standards.

• Contribute to a positive, respectful culture.

III. ROOTED Professional Standards

Resilient

• Supports lasting functional communication and swallowing outcomes.

Open

• Removes barriers through education, caregiver training, telehealth, transportation awareness and individualized care.

Outcome-Focused

• Uses standardized outcome measures, MCID when available, patient goals and functional improvement to guide care.

Tailored

• Develops personalized plans reflecting each patient's goals, lifestyle and participation needs.

Educated

• Maintains CEUs, specialty certifications, competency and shares knowledge with colleagues.

Distinctive

• Drives innovation, community outreach, program growth and exceptional patient experiences.

IV. Performance Dashboard (Suggested Metrics)

Clinical Performance

• Productivity Rate

• Utilization Rate

• Visits Per Week

• Evaluations Completed

• Patient Attendance Rate

• Average Documentation Completion Time

• Documentation/Coding Errors

• Functional Outcome Achievement

• Goal Achievement Rate

• Patient Satisfaction

• Net Promoter Score

• Appropriate CPT utilization (92507, 92523, 92526, 92610, 92611, 97129/97130 when appropriate).

V. Leadership Behaviors

Professional Expectations

• Makes sound clinical decisions.

• Communicates effectively with patients and teammates.

• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism.

• Supports organizational initiatives.

• Identifies opportunities for improvement.

• Represents Gottsche positively within the community.

VI. Annual Professional Expectations

Expectations

• Maintain Wyoming license and ASHA CCC (or Clinical Fellowship requirements).

• Complete required CEUs.

• Participate in at least one community outreach activity annually.

• Participate in one quality improvement initiative.

• Support program development and referral growth.

• Maintain compliance with all organizational policies.

Location Gottsche Rehabilitation - Basin

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Number of Openings 1

About the Organization At Gottsche Peformance & Longevity, we're redefining what's possible in rural rehabilitation and wellness. As one of Wyoming's oldest nonprofit rehabilitation organizations, we're committed to making exceptional care accessible to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. Guided by our ROOTED values, we empower our team to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals, families, and communities we serve. Together, we're making impossible experiences possible.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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