Speech-Language Pathologist, Rehabilitation Unit Therapy (Registry)

Benefis Health System; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Benefis Health System in Great Falls, Montana, is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to administer and apply speech therapy modalities as prescribed by a referring physician. You will evaluate, plan, direct, and treat all patients referred to speech/language pathology and provide supervision of students.

You will work under deadlines, remain accurate under pressure, handle diverse patient populations, and comply with Benefis policies and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited program.
• Current State Licensure in Speech Pathology (or eligible for temporary permit).
• Knowledge of principles and practice of speech pathology.

Responsibilities

• Administers and applies speech/language treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring physician.
• Evaluates, plans, directs, and treats all patients referred to speech/language pathology.
• Provides supervision of students.
• Maintains compliance with licensing boards, Benefis policies, and infection control.
• Works in a fast-paced environment meeting deadlines and collaborating with diverse teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

State licensure in Speech-Language Pathology

Current BLS certification

Job description

Benefis is one of Montana’s largest and premier health systems, and we are committed to providing excellent care for all, healing body, mind, and spirit. At Benefis, we work hard to support our employees in every aspect of their careers by offering outstanding benefits and compensation, state-of-the-art facilities, and multiple growth opportunities. The only thing missing is you!

Responsible for administration and direct application of speech/language pathology treatment modalities as prescribed by a referring physician. Evaluates, plans, directs, and treats all patients referred to speech/language. Will also provide supervision of students.

Demonstrates the ability to deal with pressure to meet deadlines, to be accurate, and to handle constantly changing situations. Demonstrates the ability to deal with a variety of people, deal with stressful situations, and handle conflict.

Will perform all job duties or job tasks as assigned. Will follow and adhere to all requirements, regulations and procedures of any licensing board or agency. Must comply with all Benefis Health System’s organization policies and procedures.

Education/License/Experience Requirements:

• Holds a Master’s degree from an approved college or school of speech/language pathology.
• Current State Licensure in Speech Pathology (as Speech Pathologist). May work on an active temporary permit for those who are in their clinical fellowship year or clinical practicum and/or who are waiting to take the national examination. Must complete this requirement within one year.
• Knowledge of principals and practice of speech pathology.
• Performance of technical skills related to speech pathology.
• Knowledge of infection control, sterile technique and related impact on rehabilitative medicine practice and equipment.
• Current BLS certification.

Exemption Wage

Non-Exempt

Starting Wage

$37.43/hourly

Actual offered wage is based on applicable experience