Speech-Language Pathologist — Transform Patient Care & Outcomes

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) with matching

Tuition assistance

Fertility and family-building benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

HCA Healthcare's Research Medical Center in Kansas City is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to help patients improve communication, cognition, and swallowing through evidence-based care with a collaborative rehab team in a well-resourced environment.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, ASHA certification, Missouri license or eligibility, BLS, CCC or eligibility for clinical fellowship, and about one year of related experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech – Language Pathology required.
• ASHA certification required or eligible for CCC.
• Missouri license or license eligibility.
• BLS certification required.
• CCC or eligibility for clinical fellowship required.
• About one year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating communication, cognitive, and swallowing abilities using structured assessments and observations.
• Developing and adjusting individualized treatment plans to support communication and safe swallowing.
• Documenting evaluations, daily notes, progress updates, and discharge summaries.
• Educating patients and families on therapy goals and home strategies.
• Collaborating with physicians, nursing, rehab staff, and care managers.

Education

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

Job description

HCA Healthcare's Research Medical Center in Kansas City is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to help patients improve communication, cognition, and swallowing through evidence-based care with a collaborative rehab team in a well-resourced environment.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, ASHA certification, Missouri license or eligibility, BLS, CCC or eligibility for clinical fellowship, and about one year of related experience.