Speech Pathologist

Speech Language Therapist

Nestled in the high plains of northeastern Colorado, Brush is full of small-town charm and rich history. State Wildlife areas and state parks offer hunting, wildlife viewing, fishing, hiking and water activities year-round. In-town recreation includes golf, four local parks, an outdoor swimming pool, and a roller-skating rink.

East Morgan County Hospital has been part of the community since 1910. Many of our patients know our physicians, staff members and volunteers and have common ties to our community. As a Speech Language Therapist, you will see a caseload consisting predominately of adults with the potential to expand into pediatric clients. Scheduling for this position is Monday Friday 8AM 5 PM, no holidays and no weekends!

Ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience for the role.

Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, wellness, financial, and security benefits.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides screening, evaluation, and rehabilitation services for patients with speech and language disorders related to speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency. This position plans and carries out specialized treatment programs, documents treatment, and maintains data regarding patient care. This position demonstrates the clinical competence and knowledge necessary to provide treatment appropriate to the age of the patients served.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Evaluates patients' functional abilities and limitations to determine appropriate intervention. Develops a plan of care and treatment goals, as ordered by physician or other referral source.
• Implements individualized treatment plans that consider patients' physical, social, spiritual, cultural, educational, and age-specific needs. Ensures that treatment plans are supported by standard practices and/or current literature. Re-evaluates treatment plans, as needed, to ensure maximum patient benefit.
• Educates patients, family, and other care providers to promote patient participation and attainment of therapeutic program goals. Provides individualized home programs with clear instructions.
• Documents patient treatment according to professional and regulatory standards.
• Participates in the provision of training to other staff and students.
• Follows plan of care to accomplish functions within established procedures and scope of practice. Makes independent judgments based on specialized knowledge. Confers with supervisor on any unusual situations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited university program.
• Current licensure in the state of practice.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence or documented acceptance in Clinical Fellowship Year.
• BLS certification required.
• Requires the ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare providers. Must have strong interpersonal communications and human relation skills.
• Must have the ability to become proficient with computer software applications commonly used in an automated patient care environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Estimated Pay Range:

$39.00 - $65.00 / hour

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner): 2026-12-22

EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.