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Weekend Slp Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Weekend work will be required every 5th weekend for both Saturday and Sunday. Candidates must be ... BLS, CCC-SLP required. Experience with bedside swallow evaluations and treatments required. Video ...

Details Client Name Saint Cloud Hospital - AYA Job Type Travel Offering Allied Profession Therapy/Rehab Specialty SLP Job ID 37608299 Job Title Therapy/Rehab - SLP Weekly Pay $2071.2 Shift Details ...

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What are the typical responsibilities and challenges for a weekend SLP working in a healthcare setting?

As a Weekend Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in a healthcare environment, you will primarily focus on evaluating and treating patients with communication, cognitive, or swallowing disorders during weekend shifts. A common challenge is managing a diverse caseload with limited resources, as weekend staffing is often reduced compared to weekdays. You’ll frequently collaborate with nursing staff, occupational therapists, and physical therapists to ensure continuity of care. Flexibility and strong communication skills are essential, as you may need to quickly adapt treatment plans and coordinate with family members or other care providers. Weekend SLP roles can also offer unique opportunities for autonomy and professional growth, as you’ll often handle cases independently.

What is a weekend SLP?

Weekend SLPs are Speech-Language Pathologists who primarily work on weekends, providing assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. These professionals are often employed in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, or skilled nursing facilities to ensure continuous patient care throughout the week. Weekend SLPs play a crucial role in meeting patients' needs when regular weekday staff are unavailable, helping maintain therapy schedules and preventing delays in recovery. Their responsibilities are similar to those of weekday SLPs, but they may also collaborate closely with weekend medical teams and adjust therapy plans to fit weekend staffing and patient needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend speech-language pathologist (SLP), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), you need a master's degree in speech-language pathology, state licensure, and strong expertise in diagnosing and treating communication and swallowing disorders. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR), standardized assessment tools, and therapy software is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, compassion, and adaptability are essential for building rapport with patients and collaborating with healthcare teams during weekend shifts. These skills ensure effective patient care, accurate documentation, and seamless teamwork, which are crucial for positive outcomes in often fast-paced or varied weekend settings.
What are the most commonly searched types of Slp jobs in Minnesota? The most popular types of Slp jobs in Minnesota are:
What cities in Minnesota are hiring for Weekend Slp jobs? Cities in Minnesota with the most Weekend Slp job openings:
Infographic showing various Weekend Slp job openings in Minnesota as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 95% Physical, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Therapy - SLP

Centra Care

Saint Augusta, MN • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago


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6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

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Job description

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

This position is for a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in an acute care setting. The candidate must have bedside swallow evaluation experience. Experience in swallow treatment is essential. Familiarity with modified barium swallow studies (MBSS) and fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallow (FEES) is preferred. The schedule involves five 8-hour shifts from 8:00 to 16:30. Weekend work will be required every 5th weekend for both Saturday and Sunday. Candidates must be willing to float within their scope to meet facility needs. Local candidates are not accepted if living within 25 miles of the facility. Finalized requests for time off (RTO) must be included with submission. No RTO is allowed within the first week of the assignment, and a maximum of 10 days per assignment. The daily census includes a mix of adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. This role involves working with patients diagnosed with dysphagia, communication disorders, and cognitive impairments. Patients may have conditions such as traumatic brain injury, stroke, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, congestive heart failure, pneumonia, and more. Interdisciplinary support is available from various teams, including physical therapy and respiratory services. The ideal candidate will have skills in assessment, patient/family education, and developing plans of care. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to modify diet orders and use thickening agents for patients with swallowing difficulties.

Minimum of 1 year of acute care experience required. Active Minnesota State License required. BLS, CCC-SLP required. Experience with bedside swallow evaluations and treatments required. Video fluoroscopy swallow evaluation experience preferred.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
  • 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
  • Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
  • Industry-leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
  • Free tax return assistance for travelers
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Wellness Programs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct-hire, and non-clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest-growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.

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CentraCare has grown to meet the needs of the communities and is now one of the largest health systems in Minnesota. This means we are able to offer the latest advancements in care, technology and treatments close to home. But what makes CentraCare special is not our facilities or technology. It is our people. We live in the communities we serve. We are neighbors, friends and family. And when you need us, we are here for you.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

St. Cloud, MN, US

Year founded

1886