Job Overview We are seeking a casual speech language pathologist (SLP) to join us at Fairview Lakes Hospital in Wyoming! In collaboration with patients and families, the SLP is responsible for providing safe and effective delivery of care within scope of practice. This includes examination, evaluation, diagnosis, planning, intervention and establishing outcomes.
Casual position; authorized to work up to 40 hours per week, as available.
One weekend per month, Saturday on-call coverage for acute care at Fairview Lakes Hospital. Opportunities to pick up additional shifts. About this Location: Fairview Lakes Hospital provides high-quality, comprehensive primary and specialty care to community residents.
With more than 30 specialties, Lakes offers a wide range of personalized inpatient and outpatient services tailored to each patient’s needs, grounded in our commitment to delivering exceptional, innovative care. Our state-of-the-art, minimally invasive surgical suites and dedicated obstetrical operating room feature the latest technology, and Lakes is home to one of the region’s most comprehensive heart care programs.
Located in Wyoming, Minnesota, Lakes is conveniently situated just off I-35—approximately 30 minutes north of the Twin Cities, making it an easy commute from the metro while serving a growing surrounding community. Free parking is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Fairview Rehabilitation offers a range of services that serve patients across 10 acute-care hospitals, 3 post-acute settings and 70 outpatient adult and pediatric therapy clinics.
Consisting of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy as well as Audiology and Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab, our therapists collaborate with colleagues in all medical settings and offer dozens of specialty programs. As an academic health system with residency and fellowship programs and a rehab-focused clinical quality team, we have a collaborative culture that is centered on learning with an emphasis on evidence based, patient-centered care.
Rehab’s continuing education program offers 40+ continuing education courses per year at no cost to employees and further supports numerous external CE courses each year. As a member of the Fairview rehab team, you would have opportunities for formal mentorship, clinical specialization and further recognition and compensation through our clinical specialist program. As an industry leader in rehabilitative care with nationally recognized programs, our therapists play a meaningful role in helping patients reach their goals and live more fulfilling lives.
Responsibilities The Speech Language Pathologist partners with the patient and family while performing the Evaluation/Re-evaluation Gathers pertinent data Performs examination Determines treatment diagnosis Develops an individualized plan of care through collaboration with the patient and family Analyzes data to identify needs and potential risks Determines prognosis for recovery Establishes individualized goals with patient and/or caregiver Individualizes plan of care considering developmental level and cultural differences Implements and modifies plan of care based on reassessment and patient response Coordinates care and communicates effectively with interdisciplinary team for all aspects of patient care Establishes appropriate discharge plan Partners with patients and families to provide skilled intervention Implements plan of care Alters treatment/plan of care to reflect change in patient status and response to treatment Assesses patient and/or caregiver learning needs and provides appropriate education Documentation/Billing Uses acceptable medical terminology Follows professional practice standards Completes documentation in a timely manner per department standards Complies with department billing standards Professional Expectations Prioritizes tasks and patient care for effective time management Understands and follows professional licensure/certification requirements Directs team members and/or supervises students as designated Pursues personal and professional development to support clinical best practice Productivity Meets or exceeds departmental standards for productivity Quality Improvement Identifies opportunities for process /quality improvement Participates in and supports entity/system initiatives Required Qualifications Certification by American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Speech Language Pathology license in the state of Minnesota Basic Life Support (American Heart Association or Red Cross) If in Clinical Fellowship Year only: Active temporary license in the State of Minnesota, ASHA member and actively working towards obtaining Certificate of Clinical Competence
1+ year experience inpatient care Completion of CFY Benefit Overview Although this is considered a non-benefit eligible position, Fairview offers employees the option to participate in the Fairview 403(b) plan, earn Sick and Safe Time, and early access to earned wages. Compensation Disclaimer An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions.
Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.
EEO Statement EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status