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
- 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
- Demonstrateappropriate communication,professionalismand supervision of support staff (licensed assistants,aides, volunteers)
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensureoptimalclinical and financial outcomes.
- Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.
- Complywithorganizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct
- Meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice
- Work where the patientneedis highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows
- May serve as a clinical instructor,participateindepartmentor therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that wouldbenefitpatient care
This role includes a weekend rotation once every 4 weeks (minimum), Saturday at the hospital, and Sunday on-call. Shifts may range from a half day to a full day, depending 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
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 (218) 576-0000.
Job Location:32nd Avenue Building
Shift Rotation:Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End:0800/1600
Hours Per Pay Period:
Compensation Range:$34.58 - $51.87 / hour
Union:
FTE:0
Weekends:yes
Call Obligations:Yes
Sign On Bonus:
