Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist (PRN)

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for inpatient care at Bell Hospital. This PRN, part-time role involves evaluating patients, designing goal-directed interventions to improve cognitive function, swallow safety, and communication, and documenting progress for physicians and payers.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing treatment plans, serving as a resource to staff, and ensuring compliance with KSHA/ASHA guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school graduate required.
• Master's degree in Communication Disorders or equivalent.
• Licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) with KS/ MO licenses.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients in the clinical area served.
• Develops and implements treatment plans.
• Documentation is clear and compliant with ASHA/KS guidelines and payer requirements.
• May supervise rehabilitation technicians and provide student supervision.
• Contributes to education for rehab staff and interdisciplinary colleagues.

Skills

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Technical skills

Education

Master's degree in Communication Disorders

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for inpatient care at Bell Hospital. This PRN, part-time role involves evaluating patients, designing goal-directed interventions to improve cognitive function, swallow safety, and communication, and documenting progress for physicians and payers.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing treatment plans, serving as a resource to staff, and ensuring compliance with KSHA/ASHA guidelines.