Speech Language Pathologist

Providence Medical Center•Kansas City, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) specializes in diagnosing and treating speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders. SLPs work with individuals of all ages to improve communication skills and enhance quality of life by developing and implementing individualized treatment plans. They work closely with other healthcare professionals and educate patients and family members about communication strategies to help improve speech in the patient's daily life.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in speech-language pathology required.
Active license to practice speech language pathology in the state of anticipated employment, free of disciplinary action required.
Active Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), free of disciplinary action – OR - Speech Language Pathology Clinical Fellow (SLP-CFs) to be considered on a case-by-case basis (provided proper supervision can be afforded to the CF) required.
At least one year of experience in a hospital setting.
Current BLS for healthcare provider’s certification upon hire and maintain current.

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.