Speech Pathologist II

Children's Mercy Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Children's Mercy Kansas City is seeking a Speech Pathologist II to provide expert speech-language pathology services focusing on diagnosing and treating communication and swallowing disorders. This full-time role requires a Master's Degree, and the candidate will demonstrate proficiency in therapeutic procedures while actively participating in continuous improvement of patient care quality.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree and 1-2 years experience in Pathology required.
• Licensed Speech/Language Pathologist KS and MO required.
• Completion of Clinical Fellowship required.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for communication and swallowing disorders.
• Participates in patient care quality improvement activities.
• Provides educational training and instruction to acquire new skills.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

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Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Overview

Speech Language Pathologist-II is an independent licensed provider of medical speech-language pathology services for the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders. SLP-II demonstrates proficiency in practice and identifies the physiological, safety, developmental and educational needs of patients and families using appropriate tests and/or technologies.

At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Responsibilities

• In accordance with certification and licensure standards, proficiently performs and documents diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and procedures to evaluate, diagnose and treat communication and swallowing disorders.
• Continues education, training and instruction to acquire new skills and competencies.
• Participates in activities to increase the quality, efficiency and outcomes of patient care, with increased leadership and responsibility.
  
  

Qualifications

• Master's Degree and 1-2 years experience Pathology and completed Clinical Fellowship required. Pediatric experience preferred, but not required. Experience as a paraprofessional in speech pathologist area accepted. or
• Licensed Speech/Language Pathologist KS
• Licensed Speech/Language Pathologist MO
• Am. Speech Language Hearing Assoc. Cert. of Clinical Comp.
• Employees must obtain Am. Speech Language Hearing Assoc. Cert. of Clinical Comp. or equivalent within 60 days
• Employees must obtain Licensed Speech/Language Pathologist KS or equivalent within 60 days
• Employees must obtain Licensed Speech/Language Pathologist MO or equivalent within 60 days
• SPEECH PATH LIC MO Licensed Speech/Language Pathologist MO Missouri State license in Speech/Language Pathology (required if working in MO) Required 60 Days
• SPEECH PATH LIC KS Licensed Speech/Language Pathologist KS Kansas state license in Speech-Language Pathology KS (required if working in KS) Required 60 Days
• ASHA CCC (Certificate of Clinical Competence) Required 60 Days
  
  

Benefits At Children's Mercy

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

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Starting Pay

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $33.23/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

Remote Work/Work from Home

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children’s Mercy locations and may not work from home.

EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.

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  Hospitals and Health Care

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