PRN-Speech Therapist

Moberly Regional Medical Center; Moberly (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Moberly Regional Medical Center is seeking a Speech Therapist to evaluate, diagnose, and treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders across ages.

The role develops individualized treatment plans, collaborates with physicians and caregivers, and documents progress daily to support optimal patient outcomes. Strong MBS experience and HIPAA-compliant practice are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of speech-language pathology principles and evaluation techniques.
• Proficiency in performing and interpreting Modified Barium Swallow studies (MBS).
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping for patient charts and billing.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and assesses speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders, considering educational, medical, social, and psychological factors.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans to optimize patient outcomes.
• Provides treatment for communication impairments of organic and nonorganic etiology.
• Performs MBS evaluations in collaboration with Radiology and communicates results.
• Documents interventions, progress, outcomes, and response to therapy daily in the medical record.
• Ensures proper coding and maintenance of charge logs for billing and compliance.
• Uses evidence-based techniques and positive reinforcement in therapy sessions.
• Consults with physicians and team members to coordinate referrals for services.
• Provides education to patients, families, and caregivers to support continuity of care.
• Collaborates with therapists and teams to maximize outcomes and discharge planning.

Skills

SLP principles

MBS experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program

Job description

Job Summary

The Speech Therapist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive-communication, social communication, and swallowing disorders in children and adults. This role develops and implements individualized treatment plans to restore communicative efficiency and improve patient outcomes. The Speech Therapist collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Essential Functions

• Evaluates and assesses speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders, considering educational, medical, social, and psychological factors.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment plans, incorporating appropriate therapeutic interventions to optimize patient outcomes.
• Provides treatment for patients with communication impairments of both organic and nonorganic etiology.
• Performs Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) evaluations in collaboration with the Radiology department and effectively communicates results.
• Documents treatment interventions, patient progress, outcomes, and response to therapy in the medical record daily.
• Ensures proper coding and accurate maintenance of charge logs for billing and compliance purposes.
• Uses evidence-based techniques and positive reinforcement to encourage patient participation in therapy sessions.
• Consults with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate referrals for additional services when needed.
• Provides education and training to patients, families, and caregivers through verbal, written, and demonstrative instruction to support continuity of care.
• Collaborates with other speech therapy professionals and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and maximize therapeutic outcomes.
• Engages in discharge planning, providing necessary follow-up recommendations and physician feedback.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of speech-language pathology principles, evaluation techniques, and treatment methodologies.
• Proficiency in performing Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies and interpreting results.
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills to ensure accuracy in patient records and billing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively educate patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, HIPAA compliance, and ethical standards in speech therapy practice.

Licenses and Certifications

• Health Services\SLP - Speech Language Practitioner license in state of employment required or
• ST - Speech Therapist license in state of employment required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required