Speech-Language Pathologist

UKHS St. Francis Campus; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

UKHS St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS is looking for a full-time Speech Pathologist to join our team and contribute to patient care on a day shift. As a Speech Pathologist, you'll perform essential evaluations for speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive functions, while establishing care plans and supervising clinical support staff.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and an active Kansas state license. Join us and help make healthcare better with a people-first environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• Active Kansas state license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations for speech and language, swallowing, and cognitive functions.
• Establish care plans and oversee care delivery.
• Provide clinical supervision to support staff.

Skills

BLS certification

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Active license in the State of Kansas

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time 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, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and 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