Speech Language Pathologist | Inpatient Therapies

CentraCare•Saint Cloud, MN

1h•$77,563 - $116,334•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team in order to prevent, assess, alleviate or correct communication, swallowing or other speech related disorders. Responsible for evaluating patient needs, conducting diagnostic tests/procedures, establishing treatment plans and providing treatments/services accordingly. Responsible for independent therapist functions and delegated therapies which may be performed in collaboration with other health care team members or may be delegated by the therapist to the patient or other informal care givers who reside with the patient. In cooperation with other health professionals, the SLP will develop and implement specialized treatment programs as appropriate to meet patient needs.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Communication Disorders from an accredited university required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider card per established policy required.
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Current State of Minnesota Registration (to include a CFY Temporary License from the State of Minnesota required.
Certificate of Clinical Competencies (CCCs) from ASHA or certification upon completion of Clinical Fellowship Year required.

Responsibilities

Prevent, assess, alleviate or correct communication, swallowing or other speech related disorders.
Evaluate patient needs.
Conduct diagnostic tests/procedures.
Establish treatment plans.
Provide treatments/services accordingly.
Perform independent therapist functions and delegated therapies.
Collaborate with other health care team members.
Delegate therapies to the patient or informal care givers.
Develop and implement specialized treatment programs as appropriate to meet patient needs.