The SLP evaluates and treats patients with speech, language, cognition, and swallowing disorders across various rural healthcare settings. Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans, managing a full patient caseload, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Master's degree from an accredited speech and language pathology program and possess a current state license. The position is open to CFY candidates and final-year students.
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 We're offering a $4,500 sign on bonus for this position! Key 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 Rural Healthcare: 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. This position is open to CFY Candidates. It's also open to students in their final year of training, and they can receive a monthly stipend for a maximum of 12 months before the official start date The schedule for this role is flexible, but primarily Monday - Friday, standard business hours. The role will be split between Ada, MN & Fosston, MN. 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
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Flexible Scheduling
Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) Plan
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Wellness Resources
Educational Programs
Employer Contributions
Continuing Education Budget
Licensure Expense Reimbursement
Rehabilitation Career Ladder
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 FTE: 1 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Shift End Time: Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline: Compensation Range: $72,716.80 - $109,075.20 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. To search for more jobs, please CLICK HERE. Find more than a job. Find more in yourself. Find your calling. Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others. Our Values Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status. Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings. Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.
