Acute Care Speech Pathologist with Weekend Coverage

NKC Health; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NKC Health in North Kansas City seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate patients and provide prescribed treatment in an acute care setting. The role includes support for staff time off and peaks in census, with a minimum commitment to one weekend per month and at least one holiday and holiday weekend each year.

The ideal candidate will have 2 years hospital experience, strong communication skills, and a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, along with BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• 2 years hospital experience preferred.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality speech pathology services including patient evaluations and prescribed treatment in an acute care setting.
• Support evaluations and treatments, with willingness to cross-train with outpatients.
• Assist with staff coverage during peaks, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

NKC Health in North Kansas City seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate patients and provide prescribed treatment in an acute care setting. The role includes support for staff time off and peaks in census, with a minimum commitment to one weekend per month and at least one holiday and holiday weekend each year.

The ideal candidate will have 2 years hospital experience, strong communication skills, and a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, along with BLS certification.