Overview: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: DaysEmployment Type: Per Diem (PD / PRN)Hours: 8-hour shift: 8a - 4:30p (hours can be flexible)Location: St. Mary's Medical Center – Blue Springs, MOHere are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
Competitive compensation
Medical insurance benefit plan
401K
Sick leave accrual
Responsibilities:Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):
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
Qualifications:Education and Work ExperienceBefore we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:
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
Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:
MS Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
At least one year of experience in a hospital setting
Full benefits at Prime Healthcare:#LI-MP1 Employment Status: Per Diem Shift: Variable Equal Employment Opportunity:Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:
