Speech-Language Pathologist: Transforming Patient Communication

Saint Luke's Health System; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Luke's Health System is seeking a full-time Speech Pathologist for Saint Luke's South Hospital to address speech, language, cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders. You will provide assessment, diagnosis and therapy within an evidence-based framework in a patient-centered approach.

You will develop individualized treatment plans, supervise students and assistants, document progress per policy, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• ASHA certification/clinical competence in Speech-Language Pathology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients after impairment, injury or disease and implement treatment plans.
• Create individualized, evidence-based treatment plans based on evaluation findings.
• Supervise students and assistants delivering therapy.
• Document progress and discharge planning per policy and requirements.
• Participate in quality initiatives and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Saint Luke's Health System is seeking a full-time Speech Pathologist for Saint Luke's South Hospital to address speech, language, cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders. You will provide assessment, diagnosis and therapy within an evidence-based framework in a patient-centered approach.

You will develop individualized treatment plans, supervise students and assistants, document progress per policy, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.