Speech Language Pathologist

Description

NorthLakes is seeking a full-time or part-time Speech Language Pathologist to join our clinic teams in Hayward and Rice Lake!

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) works collaboratively with the patient, family, and other providers to support the patient in reaching their fullest potential. Through a holistic approach SLPs help patients develop, recover and maintain speech, voice, fluency, language, swallowing, and feeding skills needed to be able to participate in valued activities and be a successful member of society.
Speech Language Pathologists assess, diagnose, treat, and help to prevent disorders related to speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, swallowing, and fluency.

• Prepare for, administer, score, and interpret initial evaluations and re-evaluations including writing a report.
• Communicate with patients to evaluate their levels of speech or language difficulty
• Determine the extent of communication problems by having a patient complete basic reading and vocalizing tasks or by giving standardized tests
• Diagnose & Identify treatment options
• Create and carry out an individualized treatment plan
• Teach patients how to make sounds and improve their voices
• Teach alternative communication methods, such as sign language, to patients with little or no speech capability
• Work with patients to improve their ability to read and write correctly
• Work with patients to develop and strengthen the muscles used to swallow
• Counsel patients and families on how to cope with communication disorders
• Review relevant literature, synthesize evidence-based materials, and translate complex behavioral health concepts
• Conduct case management and other administration tasks as needed
• Provide referral services to outside therapists, clinics, and treatment facilities
• Refer patients to specialists as needed.
• Collaborate with NorthLakes providers as well as external resources and providers in the best interest of the patients' continuation of care.
• Work collaboratively with NorthLakes support staff in the interest of care integration initiatives.
• Plans and administers therapeutic treatment by telephonic/ telehealth methodologies as indicated by patient needs and state guidelines.
• Appropriate use of PPE/infection control protocols when providing treatment to patients.

Requirements

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Graduate of Accredited Speech Pathology Program.

Required Credentials, Certification, Licensure:

Current, valid, and unrestricted license to practice the profession in Wisconsin.

Preferred SkillsExperience with:

• Electronic Health Record
• Microsoft Office
• Google

We Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Competitive benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w/ employer match, HSA/Flexible spending accounts, and Employer-paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance
• Family-friendly, flexible work schedules - NO WEEKENDS!
• 9 Paid holidays including the Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and a Birthday holiday
• PLUS 6 weeks of PTO, with 1 full week of PTO available to use upon hire!
• NorthLakes Paid Leave Bank to help support your medical needs
• $2,500 annual continuing education benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Unique Wellness Benefits; including a generous Health & Wellness Reimbursement program, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) loan program, and Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Reimbursement
• License reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program $$$

* Benefits eligibility is dependent upon FTE Status and Position

*All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and references."Our Mission is to respond to the healthcare needs of our communities with an integrated array of quality services and actively remove barriers to wellness"Your next great career move could be a click away. Apply now!NorthLakes Community Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.