IP Speech Pathologist - Acute Care Therapy - PRN

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement with Employer Match

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Speech-language pathologist for the Acute Therapy South unit, engaging in fast-paced care across ICU and medical-surgical floors. You will evaluate and treat patients of all ages, post-trauma or acute events, and collaborate with specialty teams to optimize swallowing and communication outcomes.

Applicants must have a Master’s in Speech Pathology, MO licensure, and at least 5 years of related experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology/Communicative Disorders and Sciences.
• License or Provisional License of Speech Language Pathology active in Missouri.
• BLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients in the acute medical setting.
• Provides services to patients of all ages post trauma, surgery, or acute event.
• Makes recommendations for next level of care and provides education to patients and families.
• Participates in specialty teams including pediatric, neonatal care, assistive technology, and endoscopic assessments.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Communication

Organization

Self-motivated

Lifelong learning

Positive attitude

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, 65807 Department: 1089 Acute Therapy South Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Hours: 8:00 AM-4:30 PM Work 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).

Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week).

Job Description: Overview of Unit/Department Acute 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 career.

Job Summary A 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 Sciences

Experience

• Required: At least 5 years' of related experience

Skills

• 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 attitude

Licensure / 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

At CoxHealth, we don’t just provide medical services; we've created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives. Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, CoxHealth has the perfect position for you!

OUR MISSION

To improve the health of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION

To be the best for those who need us.

OUR VALUES

Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.