Speech-Language Pathologist - Sign-On Bonus & Growth

70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat clients across post-acute, long-term care and home health settings. You will develop individualized plans, provide therapy, and document progress in line with department guidelines.

The role requires state licensure, BLS certification, and may involve supervising staff. Sanford Health supports ongoing clinical education and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams across its network.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist.
• When working at Sanford Health Facility: Holds ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or CFY in progress.
• BLS for health care providers required or within first 60 days of employment.
• Driver's license may be required where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Administers speech and language evaluations to diagnose and plan treatments for clients/patients/residents.
• Assesses patients and develops individualized treatment plans based on diagnoses.
• Provides speech and language services and monitors disease progression and adjusts treatments.
• Instructs patients in therapeutic exercises and provides consultation for care.
• Ensures compliance with standards, policies, and quality requirements.
• May supervise assistants, aides and students; provides ongoing education to peers.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Clinical documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient care

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

ASHA CCC

BLS

Job description

Sanford Health is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat clients across post-acute, long-term care and home health settings. You will develop individualized plans, provide therapy, and document progress in line with department guidelines.

The role requires state licensure, BLS certification, and may involve supervising staff. Sanford Health supports ongoing clinical education and collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams across its network.