Speech Language Pathologist PRN

Research Medical Center; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including med/d

Tuition assistance and education

Retirement plans with company match

Employee wellness programs

Life insurance and disability coverage

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Research Medical Center is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist PRN to join our rehabilitation team. You will evaluate and treat patients, document care, and educate families on therapy goals and home strategies in a supportive hospital environment.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, clear caseloads, and collaboration with physicians and nurses to ensure coordinated care and smooth transitions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech–Language Pathology is required.
• ASHA certification or eligibility is required.
• Missouri license or license eligibility is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• CCC or eligibility for clinical fellowship is required.
• At least one year of work experience or clinical internship is required; hospital/health care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities using structured assessments and observation.
• Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans focusing on communication, safety of swallowing, and functional progress.
• Document evaluations, daily notes, progress updates, and discharge summaries timely and accurately.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals, safety, home strategies, and expected progress.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, rehabilitation staff, and care managers to support coordinated care.

Skills

BLS certification

Clinical fellowship

CCC eligibility

Education

Master’s degree in Speech – Language Pathology

ASHA Certification

Missouri State professional license (or license eligibility)

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or eligibility

Job description

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Speech Language Pathologist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Research Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary And Qualifications

As a Speech Therapist (SLP), you'll help patients improve their communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities through skilled, evidence-based care. Your role is key in helping patients make progress and independence while working closely with a supportive, collaborative rehabilitation team. You'll have the opportunity to practice in a well-resourced, consistent environment that values your clinical judgement and protects your time through clear caseloads, streamlined workflows, and network-backed clinical collaboration.

Your role will include:

• Evaluating communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities using structured assessments, standardized tools, and clinical observation
• Developing and adjusting individualized treatment plans that support communication clarity, safe swallowing, and functional progress
• Documenting evaluations, daily notes, progress updates, and discharge summaries with accuracy and timeliness
• Educating patients and families on therapy goals, safety recommendations, home strategies, and expected progress
• Collaborating with physicians, nursing teams, rehabilitation staff, and care managers to support coordinated care and smooth transitions

What qualifications you will need:

• Master’s degree in Speech – Language Pathology
• Certification from the American Speech & Hearing Association
• Current Missouri State professional license or license eligible
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Saving (BLS) certification
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or be eligible for clinical fellowship
• One year work experience or clinical internship is required. Prior one year hospital/health care related experience is preferred.

Benefits

Research Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

Research Medical Center is a 585+ bed hospital. Our hospital offers an array of medical and health clinic services. This includes women's services offering obstetrics and fertility, an emergency room, and a trauma center. We offer a Stroke Center, a walk-in clinic, and orthopedics across three Kansas City locations. Our specialty care areas include a Chest Pain Center, Level I Trauma Center, Breast Care Center, Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Programs, and Primary Stroke Center. We are one of 10 HCA Midwest Health hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas.

Research Psychiatric Center is a 95+ bed facility. We offer acute inpatient, day treatment, and community-based outpatient behavioral healthcare. We treat adolescents, adults, and senior adults for emotional disorders, mental illness, and substance abuse. Our professional staff includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed professional counselors. We are committed to delivering our patients skilled compassionate care regardless of age or circumstance.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Speech Language Pathologist PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.