Speech Therapist - Acute | Full-Time at Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Are you a passionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist looking for a rewarding career opportunity in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment? Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, South Dakota is seeking a full-time Speech Therapist to join our acute care team. If you're committed to providing exceptional patient care and thrive in a collaborative setting, we encourage you to apply!

Role Overview

As a Speech Therapist in our acute care setting, you will play a vital role in assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with a wide range of speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that help patients regain their communication and swallowing abilities.

A Day in the Life of a Speech Therapist at Sanford Health

Your day will be dynamic and varied, with responsibilities including:

• Performing comprehensive speech and language evaluations to identify communication and swallowing impairments.
• Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices.
• Providing direct therapy to patients, focusing on improving speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing skills.
• Conducting video swallow studies and FEES (Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing) to assess swallowing function.
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Educating patients and their families about communication and swallowing strategies.
• Documenting patient progress and maintaining accurate records.
• Participating in team meetings and contributing to departmental quality improvement initiatives.

Why Sioux Falls, South Dakota?

Sioux Falls offers a high quality of life with a low cost of living. It's a vibrant city with a thriving arts and culture scene, excellent schools, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities. From Falls Park to the Great Plains Zoo, there's always something to do in Sioux Falls. Plus, South Dakota boasts no state income tax!

Career Path and Growth Opportunities

Sanford Health is committed to the professional growth of its employees. As a Speech Therapist, you'll have opportunities to advance your skills and knowledge through continuing education, mentorship programs, and specialized training. Potential career paths within Sanford Health include:

• Senior Speech Therapist
• Lead Speech Therapist
• Clinical Specialist
• Rehabilitation Manager

Salary & Benefits

Sanford Health offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications. The estimated salary range for this position is $68,000 to $95,000 annually. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Wellness programs

Sanford Health Culture

Sanford Health is a not-for-profit health system dedicated to the work of health and healing. We are proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family. We value teamwork, collaboration, and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

How to Apply

Interested in joining the Sanford Health team? Apply online today! Submit your resume and cover letter, highlighting your qualifications and experience. We look forward to hearing from you.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What are the required qualifications for this position?

   You must be licensed in the state of South Dakota as a Speech-Language Pathologist. A Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA is preferred, but those working on their CFY are encouraged to apply. BLS certification is required within 60 days of employment.

2. What is the work schedule for this position?

   This is a full-time position with 40 hours per week. The schedule is primarily day shifts with some weekend and holiday coverage required.

3. What types of patients will I be working with?

   You will be working with a diverse patient population in an acute care setting, including patients with pulmonary, med-surg, cardiology, renal, neuro, oncology, and ICU needs.

4. What opportunities are there for professional development?

   Sanford Health offers numerous professional development opportunities, including continuing education, mentorship programs, and specialized training.

5. Is this a union position?

   No, this is not a union position.

6. What is the department culture like?

   The department is fast-paced and team-oriented, with a focus on collaboration and providing excellent patient care.

7. What types of assessments and treatments will I be performing?

   You will be performing a variety of assessments and treatments, including speech and language evaluations, video swallow studies, FEES, and therapeutic exercises.

8. Will I be supervising assistants or students?

   You may be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide patient care.

9. What is the dress code?

   Business casual attire is typically appropriate, with adherence to Sanford Health's dress code policy.

10. What is the interview process like?

    The interview process typically includes a phone screening, followed by an in-person interview with the hiring manager and other members of the team.