Speech Language Pathologist

St. Mary's Medical Center•Blue Springs, MO

43d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), internally referred to as our Speech Therapist or Speech-Language Therapist. As our Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), you are responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating individuals with speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed. Shift’s Available: Days Employment Type: Per Diem (PD / PRN) Hours: 8-hour shift: 8a - 4:30p (hours can be flexible) Location: St. Mary's Medical Center – Blue Springs, MO Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Competitive compensation Medical insurance benefit plan 401K Sick leave accrual

Requirements

Licensed by the state in Speech-Language Pathology
Graduate of an accredited college or university with Bachelor's in Speech Therapy
Current BLS (AHA) certification upon hire and maintain current

Nice To Haves

MS Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
At least one year of experience in a hospital setting

Responsibilities

Conduct communication assessments and provide evidence-based therapy for speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders in acute and medically complex settings
Provide cognitive-communication therapy targeting attention, memory, executive function, and problem-solving in patients with neurological conditions
Educate patients and caregivers on safe swallowing, communication strategies, and appropriate use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems to support functional outcomes
Treat patients across ICU, Inpatient Rehab, NICU, and Pediatrics, addressing feeding, swallowing, congenital, critical care and other communication needs
Enhance quality of life and safety by supporting safe oral intake, restoring communication, and promoting cognitive-linguistic recovery