Building Location:
Building B - St Marys Medical Center
Department:
2003820 SPEECH THERAPY - SMMC HOSP
Job Description:
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
- 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
- Demonstrateappropriate communication,professionalismand supervision of support staff (licensed assistants,aides, volunteers)
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensureoptimalclinical and financial outcomes.
- Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.
- Complywithorganizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct
- Meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice
- Work where the patientneedis highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows
- May serve as a clinical instructor,participateindepartmentor therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that wouldbenefitpatient care
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support smooth transitions of care.
- Ideal candidates willdemonstrateflexibility, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in afast-pacedenvironment.
- May berequiredto obtain MBSS/FEES competency, depending on location and FTE
This is a casual position intended to provide coverage for open shifts due to PTO, leaves of absence, and other staffing needs. Minimum 12 shifts per year. This role includes a weekend (Saturday and Sunday) on-call rotation approximately once every 4–8 weeks. On-call hours are generally in the mornings, averaging 4–6 hours per day based on census.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
Certification/Licensure Requirements:
- Current registration/license to practice speech-language pathology in the state of practice
FTE:
0
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:
Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time:
Shift End Time:
Weekends:
On-call weekend rotation every 4-8 weeks
Holidays:
No
Call Obligation:
Yes
Union:
Union Posting Deadline:
Compensation Range:
$34.96 - $52.44
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.