IP Speech Pathologist - Acute Care Therapy - PRN

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

CoxHealth South in Springfield, MO, seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients in the acute medical setting. You will work across units and contribute to high-quality patient care, education, and teamwork.

The role requires a Master’s in Speech Pathology, at least 5 years of experience, MO licensure (or provisional) and BLS within 90 days of hire; collaboration with pediatric and neonatal teams is common.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology/Communicative Disorders and Sciences is required.
• At least 5 years' related experience.
• Missouri state License/Provisional License required; BLS within 90 days.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; ability to work independently.
• Experience in acute care, ICU or medical-surgical settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients in the acute medical setting.
• Provide services to patients of all ages as ordered post trauma, surgery, acute medical event or exacerbation.
• Make recommendations for the next level of care and provide education to patients and families.
• Participate in specialty teams including pediatric, neonatal care, assistive technology, and endoscopic voice/swallowing assessments.

Skills

Good communication skills

Self-motivation

Independence

Professional growth

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology/Communicative Disorders and Sciences

Job description

Facility:CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1089 Acute Therapy SouthScheduled Weekly Hours:0Hours:8:00 AM-4:30 PMWork Shift:Rotating (United States of America)CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).BenefitsMedical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealthJob Description:Overview of Unit/DepartmentAcute Care at Cox South Hospital’s main campus is a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where therapists make a meaningful impact every day. Working across units like the ICU and medical-surgical floors, you’ll gain diverse clinical experience while continuing to grow your skills. We offer a strong mentorship program to support new graduates and those new to acute care, along with a collaborative culture where teamwork is key. It’s a great place to learn, feel supported, and build a rewarding careerJob SummaryA Speech-language pathologist (SLP) evaluates and treats patients in the acute medical setting. The speech pathologist provides services to patients of all ages as ordered immediately post trauma, surgery, acute medical event or exacerbation. Speech pathologists assist patients to reach their highest level of function in the areas of communication and swallowing. The SLP makes recommendations for the next level of care and also provides education and to patients and their families. Speech pathologists participate in specialty teams including pediatric, neonatal care, assistive technology, and endoscopic voice/swallowing assessments.Education: Required: Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology/Communicative Disorders and SciencesExperience: Required: At least 5 years' of related experienceSkills: Good clinical expertise, human relations skills and organizational skills required. Self-motivated individual who can work independently with little direct supervision required Has demonstrated interest in professional growth by attendance at continuing education workshops, and applications of new principles and/or techniques. Must have good communication skills and a positive attitudeLicensure/Certification/Registration:Required: License or Provisional License of Speech Language Pathology active in the state of Missouri.· For Provisional Licenses, additional requirements are as follows:· Supervision requirements as outlined in Missouri State Statutes must be met.· The Board approved national examination must be passed within 12 months of receiving the provisional license.· BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire