Speech Language Pathologist | PICU/NICU | PRN Status

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We're seeking a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist to join our multidisciplinary pediatric team at Logan Health!

In this role, you'll care for infants, children, and adolescents in our NICU, PICU, and acute pediatric units, providing specialized feeding, swallowing, and communication services that make a lasting difference for patients and their families.

You'll serve patients from birth to 18 in an acute care environment including the NICU and PICU. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside a highly skilled interdisciplinary team dedicated to supporting children and families through some of their most critical moments.

Who you are

The ideal candidate has experience in acute pediatric care, particularly in feeding, swallowing, lactation support, and complex medical diagnoses. Experience with Pediatric Modified Barium Swallow Studies is beneficial. This role requires a clinician who values collaboration, compassionate family education, and coordinated discharge planning to ensure successful outcomes for patients across the region.

What You’ll Do

As a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, you will:

• Develop, implement, and revise individualized, goal-directed therapy plans based on comprehensive patient evaluations.

• Perform detailed assessments addressing each patient’s physical, functional, emotional, social, and environmental needs.

• Provide feeding and swallowing evaluations and treatment, including care for medically complex pediatric patients.

• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other specialists to coordinate patient care and discharge planning.

• Deliver parent and caregiver education, ensuring culturally sensitive communication and support.

• Complete timely and accurate documentation in accordance with payer guidelines and Montana practice standards.

• Communicate changes in patient condition to the appropriate care team members in a timely manner.

• Maintain professional standards of care while protecting patient privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.

• Participate in department and community initiatives that enhance pediatric rehabilitation services.

• Meet departmental productivity standards and maintain therapy equipment according to departmental protocols.

Required Qualifications

• Current Montana Speech-Language Pathology License by hire date

• RQI Provider (BLS) within seven (7) days of hire/transfer or before independent patient care, whichever comes first, required.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in a pediatric specialty setting

• Experience working in NICU, PICU, or acute pediatric care

• Experience with Pediatric Modified Barium Swallow Studies

• Specialized knowledge in feeding, swallowing, lactation support, and complex pediatric diagnoses

Why Logan Health

At Logan Health, you will join a team committed to improving the health of our communities while supporting your professional growth. Our collaborative pediatric care teams work together to provide high-quality care for children and families throughout our region.

What this PRN position offers you

• 12% PRN differential pay

• 401(k) with generous employer match

• Logan Health Fitness Center membership discount - half off!

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Continuing education and professional development support

• Employee wellness programs

• Employee assistance program (EAP)

• Opportunities for career growth within Logan Health

If you are passionate about pediatric therapy and want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply.

Shift:

Schedule: PRN, variable shifts. Will generally be scheduled approximately 2 days per week.

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week.  Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

All PRN's are put into the weekend rotation and Holiday rotations. PRN also assists with vacation coverage.

PRN positions (also referred to as Casual, As Needed, or Per Diem) at Logan Health offer flexibility and are designed to provide coverage during busy periods, employee absences, and vacations, making them an excellent opportunity to support the team as needed. PRN employees can participate in a matching 401(k) plan and have access to the Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, they may qualify for hourly differential pay for certain shifts or hours, offering extra compensation based on department-specific scheduling needs. Pay rates and scheduling practices may vary by department.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check

• Reference checks

• Drug Screening

• Health and Immunizations Screening

• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.