Speech Pathologist

SUMMARY: Under the direction of the department director, provides quality speech pathology services through evaluation of patients and provides the prescribed treatment to restore function and prevent disability.

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP-CCC) is in place to evaluate and treat at our 9401 North Oak Therapy Clinic for adult and pediatric treatments. This center is focused on specialty care, including oncology treatment. A clinician with expertise with head and neck cancer, dysphagia, voice and cognitive impairment evaluation and treatment skills would be ideal for this role. The schedule will be Mondays and Fridays, hours are 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. We could also consider pediatric treatments at this location as long as behavior is managed due to the small clinic footprint. This individual will join our SLP team that spans across 3 additional clinics for outpatient care and will be cross-trained to support acute care for weekend and holiday rotations. This opportunity has the option to expand days and hours as the caseload expands.

EXPERIENCE: 2 years' hospital experience preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS: Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

LICENSE/CERT: Required: SLP (Speech Language Pathologist), BLS (Basic Life Support) from AHA (American Heart Association)

EDUCATION: Required: Masters - Speech Language Pathology

Location: North Kansas City Hospital · PT & SM - GASHLAND 9401
Schedule: Part-Time, DAYS, Mondays & Fridays 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.