Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Casual

Essentia Health • Moose Lake, MN

67d • $35 - $52 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a casual Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) position at Essentia Health Moose Lake Hospital. The role involves evaluating, planning, treating, and implementing care for patients in the areas of speech, language, cognition, and swallowing, adhering to professional standards. The position is designed to provide coverage support for Home Health and Hospice services, as well as additional staffing needs across I-35 clinic locations. Patient care may extend across multiple settings including outpatient, inpatient, home health, and skilled nursing facilities, serving a diverse patient population.

Requirements

• Master's degree from accredited speech and language pathology program
• Current registration/license to practice speech-language pathology in the state of practice
• 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

Nice To Haves

• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care.

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.
• 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.

Benefits

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• supplemental options
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• training
• tuition reimbursement
• educational programs
• flexible scheduling
• generous time off
• wellness resources
• Reimbursement for licensure expenses
• An annual continuing education budget is provided
• Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level