Lead Speech-Language Pathologist - Battle Lake, MN - PRN

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS MN Battle Lake Ctr Location: Battle Lake, MN Address: 105 Glenhaven Dr, Battle Lake, MN 56515, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: PRN Weekly Hours: Varies Salary Range: $37.50 - $62.00

Job Summary

Assists in the operation of therapy services for assigned areas within Good Samaritan Society and Sanford. Will provide assistance for the coordination of staff scheduling and work flows, program implementation and performance improvement activities. Will perform as a clinical resource to therapists/staff and assists in the orientation/mentoring of employees. Assists with monitoring of appropriate indicators for quality and continuous improvement. Will collaborate with leadership on issues pertaining to department growth, teambuilding and maintaining the budget. Supports supervision and operations in the absence of management. Will be responsible to assist in client/patient/resident care as appropriate to clinical background. Must demonstrate support of the mission, vision and values of the organization. Expected to contribute to the strategic planning, day-to-day operations and attainment of the strategic initiatives of the organization. Works as a team member for the overall functioning of the therapy service line. Ensures all speech therapy related standards, policies, protocols and quality requirements are met. Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department and Sanford Health. Performs other related duties as requested by manager. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure. Must have two years Speech Therapy experience. 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. 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.

Benefits

The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.