Speech Therapist-PRN (As Needed)$50.83 per hour

Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center and Veterans Community Living Center; Walsenburg (CO); On-site; USD 57,769 - 82,277; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

403B retirement fund options

Medical benefits including telehealth

Dental and vision benefits

Paid Time Off

Short-term disability

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Cafeteria Meal Discount

Tour of Duty for temporary housing

Job summary

Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center and Veterans Community Living Center is hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in Walsenburg, Colorado. This role involves providing high-quality speech therapy services in a collaborative environment, focusing on improving communication, swallowing, and cognitive abilities.

The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, a valid state license, and strong communication skills. Benefits include medical, dental, and retirement options as well as paid time off. The position offers a pay of $50.83 per hour.

Qualifications

• Hold a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or dual certification in audiology.
• Hold a valid state license to practice.
• Ability to operate general office equipment including computer software applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public and staff.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with communication disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Communicate patient needs with families and teams.
• Monitor patient progress and document outcomes.
• Collaborate with rehab professionals and educate staff/community.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships

Ability to operate general office equipment

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Valid state license

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and skilled Speech‑Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our rehabilitation team. In this role, you will provide high‑quality speech therapy services to patients in a collaborative healthcare environment while building strong relationships with patients, families, and facility staff. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who is passionate about improving communication, swallowing, and cognitive abilities while delivering patient‑centered care with professionalism and empathy.

Pay: $50.83 per hour. PRN as needed position.

Patient Care & Therapy Services

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with speech, language, communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders
• Perform screenings and assessments for appropriate patients
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Monitor patient progress and accurately document outcomes
• Communicate patient needs and progress with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams
• Provide education and support to patients and caregivers

Collaboration & Facility Engagement

• Build positive working relationships with facility staff and healthcare professionals
• Participate in care planning meetings, family conferences, utilization reviews, and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Collaborate with Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), and other rehabilitation professionals
• Help develop and implement innovative therapy programs and techniques
• Educate staff and community members about speech therapy services

Professional Excellence

• Maintain compliance with facility policies, patient rights, infection control, and safety procedures
• Stay current with industry trends, clinical best practices, and continuing education
• Maintain active state licensure and professional certifications

Qualifications

• Hold a master’s degree in Speech‑Language Pathology (may be dually certified in audiology)
• Hold a valid state license
• Ability to operate general office equipment including computer software applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, other agencies, employees, and administration

Special Requirements

• Must obtain annual flu vaccination and any job‑specific immunizations
• Required to submit to a two‑step PPD test
• If driving, a valid driver’s license and ability to be insured as a facility driver
• Work is subject to recurring and inflexible deadlines and frequent interruptions

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• 403B retirement fund options (employer match after one year of employment)
• Medical benefits including telehealth options
• Dental and vision benefits
• Basic life insurance and AD&D (employer paid)
• Supplemental Life/AD&D
• Paid Time Off
• Short‑term disability (employer paid)
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Identity protection
• Cafeteria Meal Discount
• Tour of Duty (Paid temporary housing for those who qualify)

If you’re considering joining our team this position will be open for a minimum of 5 days or until filled.

Salary Description: $50.83 per hour