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Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Pediatrics
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$82,815 / year median in Minnesota
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description:
Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for pediatric patients in the areas of speech, language, cognition and swallowing accordance with professional standards of the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) using any established Clinical Practice Guidelines.Education Qualifications:
Master's degree from accredited speech and language pathology program In this role, you will work as a Speech Language Pathologist with our Pediatric population.Key Responsibilities:
Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full caseload of patients Provides all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties Demonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers) and complies with all organization policies. Complies with organization code of conduct Meets 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 Provide staff education, participate/lead committee groups, participate in staff onboarding/orientation May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care Schedule is generally Monday - Friday day-shift. This role includes a weekend (Saturday and Sunday) on-call rotation approximately once every 4-6 weeks. On-call hours are generally in the mornings, averaging 4-6 hours per day based on census.Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
Current registration/license to practice speech-language pathology in the state of practiceOrganizational 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
- 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
- Must meet minimum FTE requirements Employee Benefits at