Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Casual - Brainerd

Essentia Health; Saint Josephs (NY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Generous time off

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate, plan, treat, and discharge patients with communication and swallowing disorders. You will work across settings, collaborating with caregivers and staff to deliver evidence-based care.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and active state licensure, with responsibilities including documentation, billing, and scheduling. Weekend on-call coverage is part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited speech-language pathology program.
• Current licensure to practice speech-language pathology in the state of practice.
• Ability to manage a full caseload with documentation and billing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full caseload of patients.
• Manages documentation, billing, scheduling, and other administrative duties for the caseload.
• Maintains professionalism and supervises support staff while complying with organization policies.
• Supports on-call rotations and weekend coverage as part of staffing needs.

Skills

Therapy evaluation

Treatment planning

Patient education

Documentation

Billing

Scheduling management

Supervision

Education

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Building Location: St Josephs - Rehabilitation Department: 4003820 SPEECH THERAPY - SJMC 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.

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

Shift Details

• Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)
• Shift Start Time:
• Shift End Time:
• Weekends: Sat & Sun
• On-Call Rotation once every 4-6 weeks
• Holidays: No
• Call Obligation: Yes
• Union: Union
• Posting Deadline:

Compensation and Position Details

Compensation Range: $34.96 - $52.44

Contract type: casual position intended for coverage for open shifts due to PTO, leaves of absence, and other staffing needs

FTE: 0

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].

Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others.

Our Values

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

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.