Speech Language Pathologist - Rural Healthcare (Part Time)

Paradox; Sandstone (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Generous time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

Essentia Health in Sandstone, MN seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate, plan, and treat patients with speech, language, cognition and swallowing needs per ASHA standards and health policies.

The role includes developing treatment plans, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team, managing documentation and scheduling, and supervising support staff. FTE 0.6 with day rotations and occasional flexing to other departments.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited speech and language pathology program.
• Current registration/license to practice speech-language pathology in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes.
• Work with Essentia Health leadership and refer physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.
• Meet organizational policies and code of conduct; participate in credentialing and supervision as needed.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Support staff supervision

Education

Master's degree in speech-language pathology

Job description

Building Location:

Essentia Health Sandstone

Department:

2023820 SPEECH THERAPY - PMC HOSP

Job Description:

Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in the areas of speech, language, cognition and swallowing in accordance with professional standards of the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) and Essentia Health’s policies and procedures.

Education Qualifications:

• Master's degree from accredited speech and language pathology program

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload.
• Provide all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties
• Demonstrate appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers)
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes.
• Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.
• Comply with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct
• Meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice
• Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows
• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care

Rural Healthcare:

• Provide patient care across multiple settings, which may include outpatient, inpatient, swing bed, and home health.
• Deliver high quality care to a diverse patient population with varying needs and conditions.

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday. One shift 8:45a - 5:15p, two shifts 8am - 4:30pm. Rare weekend on-call rotation (about 1x/year).

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current registration/license to practice speech-language pathology in the state of practice

Organizational Highlights:

• Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care
• An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills*
• Reimbursement for licensure expenses*
• A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists*
• Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship.
• Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please refer to the U.S. Department of Education’s website for the most current information regarding PSLF

* Must meet minimum FTE requirements

FTE:

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

8:00am/8:45am

Shift End Time:

4:30pm/5:15pm

Weekends:

Rare - 1x/year on-call

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Compensation Range:

$43,630.08 - $65,445.12

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].