Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Casual - Brainerd

Essentia Health; Brainerd (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients in speech, language, cognition, and swallowing per ASHA standards. You will plan care, educate patients and caregivers, and handle discharge planning for a full caseload in a hospital rehab setting.

The role includes on-call weekends, documentation duties, and collaboration with licensed assistants and staff. Licensure in the state is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited speech-language pathology program.
• Current state license to practice speech-language pathology.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient education, and discharge planning for a full caseload.
• Manages all documentation, billing, scheduling, and related administrative tasks for a full caseload.
• Demonstrates professionalism and supervises support staff per organization policies.
• Meets professional ethics and scope of practice standards.
• Flexes to other departments when needed and participates in staff onboarding.

Skills

Communication

Patient education

Documentation

Professional ethics

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Electronic health records

Billing software

Job description

Job Description

Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in the areas of speech, language, cognition and swallowing accordance with professional standards of the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) using any established Clinical Practice Guidelines.

Building Location

St Josephs - Rehabilitation

Department

4003820 SPEECH THERAPY - SJMC

Education Qualifications

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

Key Responsibilities

• Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full caseload of patients


• Provides all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties


• Demonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers) and complies with all organization policies.


• Complies with organization code of conduct


• Meets 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


• Provide staff education, participate/lead committee groups, participate in staff onboarding/orientation


• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care

This role includes a weekend (Saturday and Sunday) on-call rotation approximately once every 4–6 weeks. On-call hours are generally in the mornings, averaging 4–6 hours per day based on census. This is a casual position intended to provide coverage for open shifts due to PTO, leaves of absence, and other staffing needs.

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

Shift Rotation

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Weekends

Sat & Sun On-Call Rotation once every 4-6 weeks

Holidays

No

Call Obligation

Yes

Compensation Range

$34.96 - $52.44

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

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. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].