Speech-Language Pathologist

10000 Sanford; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Sanford Health is hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist to administer evaluations, diagnose and plan treatments for clients with speech, language and swallowing disorders.

Responsibilities include providing therapy, coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team, and ensuring compliance with clinical standards. A state license and ASHA credentials are preferred. A sign-on bonus is offered where applicable.

Qualifications

• Requires education level per state licensure.
• Licensed as Speech-Language Pathologist in appropriate states.
• ASHA CCC or CFY preferred where applicable.
• Valid driver's license if required by facility.
• BLS for health care providers required within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech and language services to clients across age groups; monitor progress and adjust treatment.
• Instruct clients in therapeutic exercises and consult with families.
• Ensure compliance with standards, policies, protocols and quality requirements.
• Document treatment plans and progress per regulatory guidelines.
• Possibly supervise assistants, aides and students; participate in peer education.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

State Licensure

BLS Certification

Education

SLP degree (state licensure)

ASHA CFY/CCC preferred

Job description

Position

Speech-Language Pathologist

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Compensation: Salary Range: $31.00 - $46.50

Union Position: No

Department Details: This position will work Monday - Friday primarily peds flexible hours Sign on Bonus!

Job Summary

Administers speech and language evaluations, tests or examinations to diagnose and plan treatments for clients/patients/residents with various speech problems and swallowing disorders. Assesses clients/patients/residents with various speech, language, cognitive or swallowing problems and develops individualized treatment plans based on clinical diagnoses.

Responsibilities

• Provides speech and language services to clients/patients/residents; monitors disease progression and adjusts treatments accordingly.
• Instructs clients/patients/residents in practicing speech and language therapeutic exercises; provides consultation for clients/patients/residents working through speech and language treatment processes.
• Ensures all speech and language related standards, policies, protocols and quality requirements are met.
• May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders.
• Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents.
• Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.
• Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments.
• Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health.
• Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to providers, case managers, third party payers, public organizations, etc.
• May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services.
• Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership.
• Performs other related duties as requested by manager.
• Based on assigned area, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments when applicable.

Qualifications

• Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
• Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist.
• When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred by GSS Facilities): Holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) or currently working on Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
• When applicable, may require valid driver's license.
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

EEO & Disability Accommodation

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].

About Sanford Health

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties.

Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

About Good Samaritan

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies.

The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.