Sanford Health·Weston, Wisconsin
The role involves administering speech and language evaluations, tests, and examinations to diagnose and plan treatments for clients with speech and swallowing disorders. Responsibilities also include providing direct speech and language services, monitoring disease progression, adjusting treatments, and ensuring adherence to all related standards and protocols.
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: Varies (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
$35.00 - $52.00
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.
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.
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.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Candidates must possess the appropriate education level required for state licensure and must be licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the state(s) of practice. Holding a Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA or being in the Clinical Fellowship Year is preferred, along with required Basic Life Support certification.
Market context
In Wisconsin, PRN Speech-Language Pathologist roles are often driven by coverage needs in schools, clinics, and care settings, so availability and flexibility can matter as much as credentials. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for state licensure, the right education for licensure, and often prefer ASHA certification or Clinical Fellowship Year status; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your Wisconsin license status and match your schedule to the PRN coverage pattern in the posting.