Speech-Language Pathologist - Home Health - PRN

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Compensation

Salary Range: $32.50 - $52.00

Union Position

No

Department Details

Come join one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922.

Our therapy team is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their highest level of independence through collaborative, patient-centered care. We work closely with nursing, providers, social services, and families to support exceptional outcomes.

New grads welcomed!

What You'll Treat

• Orthopedic conditions
• Post-surgical rehabilitation
• Neurological diagnoses
• Balance and fall prevention
• General deconditioning and weakness
• Chronic disease management
• Long-term care and skilled nursing residents
• Home health patients

What Makes This Team Special

• Collaborative interdisciplinary care team
• Supportive leadership and clinical resources
• Opportunities for mentorship and growth
• Flexible scheduling options (position permitting)
• Focus on quality outcomes and patient satisfaction
• Meaningful relationships with patients and families

What's In It For You

• Competitive compensation
• Advancement opportunities
• Continuing education support
• Clinical mentorship and development
• Various education assistance programs
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of older adults

Schedule Details

• PRN - pick up open shifts/hours as it fits with your schedule
• Monday - Friday (weekdays/weekends/holidays can be flexible)
• Paid travel and mileage between home health patients.

Summary

Administers speech and language evaluations, tests or examinations to diagnose and plan treatments for clients/patients/residents with various speech problems and swallowing disorders. Assesses clients/patients/residents with various speech, language, cognitive or swallowing problems and develops individualized treatment plans based on clinical diagnoses.

Job Description

Provides speech and language services to clients/patients/residents; monitors disease progression and adjusts treatments accordingly. Instructs clients/patients/residents in practicing speech and language therapeutic exercises; provides consultation for clients/patients/residents working through speech and language treatment processes. Ensures all speech and language related standards, policies, protocols and quality requirements are met.

May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.

Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, third party payers, public organizations, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.

Based on assigned area, work may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments when applicable.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as Speech-Language Pathologist.

When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred by GSS Facilities): Holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence issued by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) or currently working on Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).

When applicable, may require valid driver's license.

Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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