Speech-Language Pathologist — Flexible Schedule in Skilled Nursing

INNOVATE REHAB AND WELLNESS; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 38,572 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (including Rx)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance (short/long-term)

Life & AD&D (employer-paid)

401(k)

PTO (vacation, sick, holidays)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

EAP

Job summary

Innovate Rehab and Wellness in Kansas City, MO seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders in a skilled nursing setting. You will develop individualized therapy plans, collaborate with OTs, PTs, physicians, and nursing staff, and educate families while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with competitive hourly pay, benefits from day one, and opportunities for

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Patient-care

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Valid state SLP license

Tools

CCC-SLP from ASHA preferred

Job description

Innovate Rehab and Wellness in Kansas City, MO seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to assess, diagnose, and treat communication and swallowing disorders in a skilled nursing setting. You will develop individualized therapy plans, collaborate with OTs, PTs, physicians, and nursing staff, and educate families while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with competitive hourly pay, benefits from day one, and opportunities for