Speech Therapist (ST)

Aura Care Group; Franklin (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career growth

Supportive team

Quality of life impact

Job summary

Aura Care Group is seeking a Speech Therapist (SLP) to evaluate and treat communication, cognitive and swallowing disorders in our residents. You will assess needs, develop individualized plans and provide therapy to improve speech, language, memory, and swallowing safety.

The role requires Minnesota licensure, a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, and preferably CCC-SLP. Strong documentation, communication and collaboration with the care team are essential to help residents achieve

Qualifications

• Current and active SLP license in Minnesota (or eligibility).
• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA preferred.
• Strong assessment, treatment, and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents/patients for communication, cognitive, and swallowing needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessments and physician orders.
• Provide therapy services to improve speech, language, voice, fluency, memory, problem-solving, and swallowing safety.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in compliance with professional, state, and federal standards.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on communication strategies, swallowing precautions, and home programs.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and other therapy disciplines to ensure coordinated care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and quality improvement programs.
• Maintain professional licensure and adhere to ethical practice standards.

Skills

Assessment skills

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Rehabilitation experience

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CCC-SLP (ASHA) preferred

Job description

Speech Therapist (SLP)

Position Summary:

The Speech Therapist (SLP) evaluates, diagnoses, and treats communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. This role focuses on helping individuals improve their speech, language, voice, cognition, and safe swallowing abilities to maximize independence and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate residents/patients for communication, cognitive, and swallowing needs
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessments and physician orders
• Provide therapy services to improve speech, language, voice, fluency, memory, problem-solving, and swallowing safety
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in compliance with professional, state, and federal standards
• Educate residents, families, and staff on communication strategies, swallowing precautions, and home programs
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and other therapy disciplines to ensure coordinated care
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and quality improvement programs
• Maintain professional licensure and adhere to ethical practice standards

Qualifications:

• Current and active Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) license in Minnesota (or eligibility)
• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA preferred
• Strong assessment, treatment, and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or long-term care preferred

What’s Offered:

• Competitive pay and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• A rewarding opportunity to improve residents’ independence, safety, and quality of life