Speech Language Pathologist

Prime Healthcare • Blue Springs, MO

9d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our hospital-based team, providing acute care and inpatient rehabilitation services. The SLP will evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing (dysphagia) disorders in adult and/or pediatric patients. This role involves close collaboration with an interdisciplinary medical team, supporting patients with stroke, neurological conditions, TBI, head and neck cancer, and complex medical needs, with a strong focus on dysphagia management, bedside swallow evaluations, and instrumental assessments (MBS/FEES). CCC-SLP candidates are encouraged to apply to join a collaborative hospital environment committed to clinical excellence and compassionate care. Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options Employer 401 (k) options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance options Many other amazing benefits Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• MS degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• One year of experience with swallow assessment and treatment in an acute care hospital setting
• One year of experience in acute care

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapy to improve articulation, fluency, voice disorders, and language comprehension.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other relevant professionals.
• Maintain detailed records of patient evaluation, treatment, and progress.
• Educate clients and family members about communication strategies.
• Stay updated on clinical research and advances in speech-language pathology.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options
• Employer 401 (k) options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits
• Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees