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Speech Therapist-PRN (As Needed)$50.83 per hour

CompanySpanish Peaks Regional Health Center
LocationWalsenburg
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 26, 2026
About The Company
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center has proudly served Huerfano County since 1963, evolving into a trusted healthcare provider dedicated to improving the lives we touch. Our current facility, established in 1993 alongside the Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center, continues to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to residents, veterans, and visitors alike. As we enter our third decade at this location, our commitment to excellence remains unwavering. We offer a comprehensive range of services designed to meet the diverse and evolving needs of our community, including: Critical Access Hospital (20 Beds) Emergency & Trauma Services Ambulance Services Cardiopulmonary Services Diagnostic Imaging & Mammography Laboratory Services Surgical Services (including Da Vinci Xi Robotic-Assisted Surgery) Rehabilitation Services (PT, OT, Speech Therapy, Wound Care) Retail Pharmacy – The Pharmacy at Spanish Peaks Swing Bed Services Clinics (Family, Specialty, Women’s and Outreach) Mobile Clinic Veterans Community Living Center (90 Beds) Our campus also includes a dialysis center operated by Fresenius Medical Care. At Spanish Peaks, we are honored to be a cornerstone of health and wellness in Southern Colorado, continually striving to provide accessible, innovative, and patient-centered care. At Spanish Peaks, we are honored to be a cornerstone of health and wellness in Southern Colorado, continually striving to provide accessible, innovative, and patient-centered care.
About the Role

Description

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our rehabilitation team. In this role, you will provide high-quality speech therapy services to patients in a collaborative healthcare environment while building strong relationships with patients, families, and facility staff.


This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who is passionate about improving communication, swallowing, and cognitive abilities while delivering patient-centered care with professionalism and empathy.


Pay: $50.83 per hour. PRN as needed position. 

 

Patient Care & Therapy Services

  • Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with speech, language, communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders 
  • Perform screenings and assessments for appropriate patients 
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans 
  • Monitor patient progress and accurately document outcomes 
  • Communicate patient needs and progress with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams 
  • Provide education and support to patients and caregivers 

Collaboration & Facility Engagement

  • Build positive working relationships with facility staff and healthcare professionals 
  • Participate in care planning meetings, family conferences, utilization reviews, and interdisciplinary team meetings 
  • Collaborate with Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), and other rehabilitation professionals 
  • Help develop and implement innovative therapy programs and techniques 
  • Educate staff and community members about speech therapy services 

Professional Excellence

  • Maintain compliance with facility policies, patient rights, infection control, and safety procedures 
  • Stay current with industry trends, clinical best practices, and continuing education 
  • Maintain active state licensure and professional certifications

Requirements

Minimum Required Education/Experience: Hold a master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology (may be dually certified in audiology). Hold a valid state license.

Pre-Employment Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Ability to operate general office equipment including computer software applications.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, other agencies, employees, and administration.

Note: An acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted.

Necessary Special Requirements: Must obtain annual flu vaccination and any job-specific immunizations. Required to submit to a two-step PPD test.

Licenses or Certificates: If driving, a valid driver’s license and ability to be insured as a facility driver

Unusual Demands: Work is subject to recurring and inflexible deadlines and frequent interruptions.


Benefits:

All Employees are eligible for:

· Employee Assistance Program

· 403B retirement fund options (employer match after one year of employment)


Full and part-time positions are eligible for:

· Medical benefits including telehealth options

· Dental and vision benefits

· Basic life insurance and AD&D (employer paid)

· Supplemental Life/AD&D

· Paid Time Off

· Short-term disability (employer paid)

· Critical Illness Insurance

· Accident Insurance

· Identity protection

· Cafeteria Meal Discount

· Tour of Duty (Paid temporary housing for those who qualify)


If you’re considering joining our team this position will be open for a minimum of 5 days or until filled.

Key Skills
Speech TherapyPatient AssessmentTreatment PlanningCognitive RehabilitationSwallowing Disorder TreatmentInterdisciplinary CollaborationPatient EducationClinical DocumentationCase ManagementCommunication Skills
Categories
HealthcareScience & ResearchSocial Services
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program403B Retirement Fund OptionsMedical BenefitsDental BenefitsVision BenefitsBasic Life InsuranceAD&D InsuranceSupplemental Life/AD&DPaid Time OffShort-term DisabilityCritical Illness InsuranceAccident InsuranceIdentity ProtectionCafeteria Meal DiscountTour Of Duty Paid Temporary Housing
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to develop and implement individualized patient-centered treatment plans.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
177
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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