Sanford Health·Pipestone, Minnesota
The Speech Language Pathologist administers evaluations and tests to diagnose speech, language, and swallowing disorders. They develop and implement individualized treatment plans while monitoring patient progress and adjusting care accordingly.
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.
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
$32.50 - $52.00 $5,000 Sign on Bonus
Why Join Our Team?
Make an impact every day. At the Good Samaritan Society, you’ll help individuals across skilled nursing and home health settings regain their voice, swallowing ability, and confidence — all while working with a team that genuinely cares about your success.
A young, dynamic team that enjoys coming to work. Our group of therapists is energetic, collaborative, and forward-thinking. You’ll find a culture that values fresh ideas, mutual support, and a good laugh between patients.
Variety that keeps you sharp. You’ll split your time across Luverne, Edgerton, and Pipestone — three thriving southwest Minnesota communities — plus a small Home Health caseload that lets you see your patients progress in real-life environments.
Mentorship and professional growth built in. Whether you’re a new grad or seasoned SLP, you’ll have access to experienced rehab leaders, clinical resources, and support for your professional development goals.
We make your work-life balance matter. Flexible scheduling, reasonable productivity expectations, and leadership that actually listens — because your personal life shouldn’t take a backseat to your professional one.
Big-hearted organization, small-town feel. As part of the non-profit Good Samaritan Society, your work qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness (PSLF) — and you’ll be part of a mission-driven organization that puts compassion first.
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.
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 hold the appropriate education level and state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. A Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA is preferred, and Basic Life Support certification is required within 60 days of hire.
Market context
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