PRN Speech-Language Pathologist - Dysphagia & MBS Focus

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Moberly (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Matching 401(k)

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Speech Therapist for a PRN role to evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in patients of all ages.

You will develop individualized plans and work with an interdisciplinary team to improve communication and swallowing outcomes. The position requires collaboration with physicians, families, and caregivers, with responsibilities including documentation, discharge planning, and ongoing patient education.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program required.
• 1–3 years as a Speech Therapist in a clinical, hospital, or rehabilitation setting required.
• Experience with Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies and dysphagia management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in children and adults.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans to restore communication and improve outcomes.
• Collaborates with physicians, caregivers, and other health professionals for comprehensive patient care.
• Performs MBS evaluations in collaboration with Radiology and communicates results.

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

State licensure (SLP)

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Speech Therapist for a PRN role to evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in patients of all ages.

You will develop individualized plans and work with an interdisciplinary team to improve communication and swallowing outcomes. The position requires collaboration with physicians, families, and caregivers, with responsibilities including documentation, discharge planning, and ongoing patient education.