Speech Language Pathologist

Innovate Rehab & Wellness; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & prescription drug insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Short-term & long-term disability

Employer-paid basic life & AD&D

PTO: vacation, sick, holiday

Health Savings Account (HSA)

401(k)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discount marketplace

Job summary

Innovate Rehab & Wellness in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for a full-time role in a skilled nursing setting. The SLP will assess, diagnose and treat communication and swallowing disorders, addressing speech, language, voice, fluency, and cognitive-communication needs.

Collaborative care with OTs, PTs, physicians, and nursing staff is essential. The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with a competitive hourly rate based on experience and a comprehensive benefit

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology (accredited program).
• Valid state SLP license required.
• CCC-SLP from ASHA preferred.
• New grads welcome to apply.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and patient-care skills.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations for speech, language, voice, and swallowing.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
• Provide therapy for articulation, cognitive-communication, and swallowing.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on strategies and techniques.
• Collaborate with OTs, PTs, physicians, and nursing staff for comprehensive care.
• Document patient progress and update treatment plans accurately.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Patient-care

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

ASHA CCC-SLP

CPR certification

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist# Speech Language PathologistKansas City, MO 64131; Kansas City, MO 64132## Description**Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) Innovate Rehab and Wellness****Status:** Full-Time **Setting:** Skilled Nursing Facility **Schedule:** Monday – Friday (Flexible) **Pay:** Competitive **hourly rate** based on experience**About Us*** 25+ years as a leading skilled health care provider* Therapist- and veteran-owned* Focused on industry-leading, patient-centered care* One-on-one care with group/concurrent treatments under 1%* Realistic scheduling for better work environment and outcomes**Why Join Us*** Strong emphasis on individualized therapy and clinical outcomes* Supportive, collaborative team environment* Opportunities for professional growth and development**Benefits (Start Day 1 – Full-Time)*** Medical & prescription drug insurance* Dental & vision insurance**Additional Benefits*** Short-term & long-term disability* Employer-paid basic life & AD&D* Voluntary supplemental life insurance* PTO: vacation, sick, holiday* Health Savings Account (HSA)* Voluntary critical illness, accident & hospital indemnity* 401(k)* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)* Employee discount marketplace**Position Summary** As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will:* Assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders* Address speech, language, voice, fluency, and cognitive-communication needs* Help patients improve function and overall quality of life**Key Responsibilities*** Conduct evaluations for speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing* Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs* Provide therapy for articulation, cognitive-communication, and swallowing* Educate patients, families, and caregivers on strategies and techniques* Collaborate with OTs, PTs, physicians, and nursing staff for comprehensive care* Document patient progress and update treatment plans accurately* Stay current with best practices and advances in speech-language pathology**Qualifications*** Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology (accredited program)* Valid state SLP license* CCC-SLP from ASHA preferred* Prior speech therapy experience preferred (new grads welcome)* Strong communication, problem-solving, and patient-care skills* CPR certification preferred**Equal Opportunity Employer** We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.