Speech Language Pathologist
About The Position
We are seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP),â¯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
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
