Speech-Language Pathologist

Ardent Health Services; Topeka (KS); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS, seeks a day shift, PRN Speech Pathologist to evaluate speech, language, swallowing and cognition and to establish care plans aligned with ASHA standards.

You will provide direction to clinical staff, promote services within the organization and community, and report to the department leader. A KS license and BLS within 14 days of hire are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Active license in the State of Kansas.

Responsibilities

• Performs speech and language, swallowing, and cognitive evaluations.
• Establishes care plans and ensures prescribed care delivery to assigned patients in line with standards set by ASHA and the Kansas speech-language pathology practice act.

Skills

ASHA standards awareness

Clinical supervision

BLS within 14 days

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, PRN, Speech Pathologist in Topeka, KS.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

• Responsibilities

• Performs speech and language, swallowing, and cognitive evaluations.
• Establishes care plans and ensures prescribed care delivery to assigned patients in line with standards set by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and the speech and language pathology practice act in the State of Kansas.
• Provides direction and clinical supervision to clinical support staff.
• Promotes speech and language pathology services and professional development throughout the organization and community.
• Reports to the assigned department leader.

Responsibilities

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Active license in the State of Kansas

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Previous medical setting or rehabilitation setting experience
• Experience with computer applications, including Microsoft Office