Speech-Language Pathologist, Long Term Care - Rapid City - PT Days

70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 93,126,000 - 148,781,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Direct access to earnings daily

Generous shift differentials

Excellent health, dental and vision

Health Savings Account

Company matched 401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society in Rapid City, SD, seeks a part-time Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat residents with speech and swallowing disorders. The role includes developing individualized treatment plans, providing therapy, and ensuring compliance with standards and regulations.

Licensed SLP with state licensure is required; CFY/ASHA CCC is preferred if applicable. BLS certification is required or obtained within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Hold ASHA CCC or be pursuing CFY where applicable.
• Obtain and maintain required department competencies and certifications.
• BLS for health care providers required or within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Administers speech and language evaluations, tests or exams.
• Develops individualized treatment plans based on diagnoses.
• Provides speech and language services and monitors progression.
• Educates clients on therapeutic exercises and provides consultation.
• Ensures all standards and quality requirements are met.
• Treats individuals of all ages when applicable.
• Documents in accordance with guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Interacts with providers, case managers, payers and others.
• May supervise assistants, aides, and students.
• Offers ongoing education and training to peers.

Education

Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist

ASHA CCC/CFY (CFY if applicable)

State licensure

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

About the Position

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20

Compensation: Salary Range: $32.50 - $52

Union Position: No

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment
• Generous Shift Differentials
• Excellent Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan Summary

Job Description

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.

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.

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.

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill.

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.

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.