Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Casual

Job Description:

Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in the areas of speech, language, cognition and swallowing in accordance with professional standards of the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) and Essentia Health’s policies and procedures.

Education Qualifications:

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

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload. 
• Provide all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties  
• Demonstrate appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers)   
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes.  
• Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.  
• Comply with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct  
• Meet 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  
• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care  

Rural Healthcare: 

• Provide patient care across multiple settings, which may include outpatient, inpatient, home health, and skilled nursing facilities. 
• Deliver high quality care to a diverse patient population with varying needs and conditions. 

This is a casual position designed to provide coverage support for Home Health and Hospice services, as well as additional staffing needs across the I-35 clinic locations.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current registration/license to practice speech-language pathology in the state of practice

Moose Lake:

• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as verified through appropriate licensing agency
• Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer
• Proof of current motor vehicle insurance

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