Speech Therapist - Acute | PRN

Good Samaritan Society; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist for PRN, day shift. You will administer evaluations, diagnose speech, language and swallowing disorders, and develop individualized treatment plans across patient populations in the hospital setting.

You will provide direct therapy, supervise students or aides as needed, ensure adherence to department standards, and collaborate with clinicians, case managers and providers to optimize outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in state(s) of practice.
• ASHA CCC-SLP or currently working on CFY.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required.
• Valid driver's license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Administers speech and language evaluations to diagnose disorders.
• Develops individualized treatment plans based on diagnoses.
• Provides speech-language services and monitors progress.
• Instructs clients in therapy exercises and consults with care teams.
• Ensures compliance with standards and departmental guidelines.
• May supervise assistants and students.
• Works flexible assignments and collaborates with providers.

Education

State licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist

Tools

ASHA CCC-SLP

CFY candidate

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: East Patient Building
Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Address: 1305 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57117, USA
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $34.00 - $46.50

Department Details

Acute therapy is a team oriented, fast paced environment. Speech therapists travel throughout the hospital seeing patients on the various units, i.e. pulmonary, surgical/trauma, cardiology, renal, neuro, oncology, general medical, ICU. Opportunity to work with a variety of patient diagnosis for evaluation/treatment, e.g. neuro, head neck cancer, swallow disorders, etc.

Job Summary

Administers speech and language evaluations, tests or examinations to diagnose and plan treatments for clients/patients/residents with various speech problems and swallowing disorders. Assesses clients/patients/residents with various speech, language, cognitive or swallowing problems and develops individualized treatment plans based on clinical diagnoses. Provides speech and language services to clients/patients/residents; monitors disease progression and adjusts treatments accordingly. Instructs clients/patients/residents in practicing speech and language therapeutic exercises; provides consultation for clients/patients/residents working through speech and language treatment processes. Ensures all speech and language related standards, policies, protocols and quality requirements are met.

May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.

Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, third party payers, public organizations, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.

Based on assigned area, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments when applicable.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist.

When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred by GSS Facilities): Holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) or currently working on Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).

When applicable, may require valid driver's license.

Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0274402
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No