Speech Language Pathologist
About the role
Department: Speech Pathology. Employment Type: Per Diem / PRN. Location: St. Mary's Medical Center- Blue Springs, MO. 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.
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.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's in Speech Therapy.
- Licensed by the state in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Current BLS for healthcare providers certification upon hire and maintain current.
- MS degree in Speech-Language Pathology (preferred).
- One year of experience with swallow assessment and treatment in an acute care hospital setting (preferred).
- One year of experience in acute care (preferred).
Schedule
Shifts Available: 8-Hour Shift. Hours: Variable.