Speech-Language Pathologist

Ardent; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Ardent in Topeka, KS is seeking a day shift, PRN Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team. The role focuses on evaluating and treating speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive disorders in a supportive, patient-centered environment.

You will establish care plans aligned with ASHA standards and Kansas state regulations, provide supervision to clinical staff, and promote services and professional development across the organization.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire or transfer before 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 ASHA standards and Kansas speech-language pathology act.
• 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.

Skills

ASHA guidelines

Clinical supervision

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

Qualifications

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