Speech-Language Pathologist - PRN

70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist to join the Skilled Rehab team serving Good Samaritan Algona and Forest City facilities. The role covers post-acute, long-term care, and home health settings with focus on swallowing and communication disorders.

Responsibilities include administering evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, monitoring progress, and collaborating with clinicians to deliver high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA) or CFY in progress preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Administers speech and language evaluations to diagnose and plan treatments.
• Develops individualized treatment plans based on diagnoses.
• Monitors disease progression and adjusts treatments accordingly.
• Instructs clients in therapeutic exercises and provides consultations for ongoing care.
• Ensures compliance with department standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with other professionals to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Clinical Assessment

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Job description

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
Salary Range: $32.50 - $52.00
Union Position: No

The Skilled Rehab team at Good Samaritan Algona and Forest City seeks to hire a PRN Speech and Language Pathologist to join our team. The position is PRN, covering the Skilled Nursing Facilities. Currently, we treat the following conditions: orthopedic, weakness, balance/falls/gait, cervical/back pain, general deconditioning, and other various conditions. New grads are welcomed! We are transitioning these locations to an in-house therapy model from contract use. We are looking to hire a candidate who can complement our team.

In-House Therapy Model

• One Team
• We believe in individualized treatment plans and frequency to the benefit of all our patients
• Improved collaboration with each facility being under the same organization
• Christian Based Organization
• Workplace culture that allows people to do the greatest amount of good for those they serve

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.

Job Description

• 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.

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About Sanford Health

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.

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.