Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Casual

Essentia Health; Moose Lake (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Essentia Health Moose Lake Hospital in Minnesota is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate, plan, and implement care for patients with speech, language, cognition, and swallowing needs. A Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required and licensure in the state is expected.

This role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and may include teaching or committee participation.

Qualifications

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

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, home health, and skilled nursing facilities. Deliver high quality care to a diverse patient population with varying needs and conditions. This is a casual position designed to provide coverage support for Home Health and Hospice services, as well as additional staffing needs across the I-35 clinic locations.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Building Location

Essentia Health Moose Lake Hospital. Department: 2093820

SPEECH THERAPY - ML 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, home health, and skilled nursing facilities. Deliver high quality care to a diverse patient population with varying needs and conditions. This is a casual position designed to provide coverage support for Home Health and Hospice services, as well as additional staffing needs across the I-35 clinic locations.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

Current registration/license to practice speech-language pathology in the state of practice Moose Lake: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as verified through appropriate licensing agency Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer Proof of current motor vehicle insurance

Employment Benefits and Opportunities

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 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Shift End Time: Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline: Compensation Range: $34.96 - $52.44

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

• 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.

Values

Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status.

Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings. Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.

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