Speech Pathologist - Lakewood Medical Center - (PRN, As Needed)

University Health KC; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

University Health KC seeks a passionate Speech Pathologist for the Lakewood Medical Center in Lee's Summit, Missouri. This part-time opportunity allows you to work with diverse patients, from newborns to seniors, helping them improve communication and regain safe swallowing skills. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, creating customized therapy plans, and collaborating with the healthcare team. Qualifications include a relevant degree, Missouri license, and BLS certification. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a real impact.

Qualifications

• A degree from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• A current Missouri Speech Pathologist License.
• Eligibility for Clinical Fellowship Year or CCC from ASHA.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating patients and building customized therapy plans.
• Helping patients improve communication, thinking, and swallowing skills.
• Adjusting treatments based on progress and goals.
• Educating patients and families to support success at home.
• Collaborating closely with physicians and rehab team.
• Documenting clearly and thoroughly.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient evaluation

Therapy plan development

Collaboration with healthcare team

Education

Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Current Missouri Speech Pathologist License

Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) from ASHA

Job description

Speech Pathologist - Lakewood Medical Center - (PRN, As Needed)

101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

UH Lakewood Medical Center

Kansas City, Missouri

Department

Hearing and Speech UHLMC

Position Type

Part time

Work Schedule

varied

Hours Per Week

4

Job Description

We’re looking for a motivated, compassionate Speech Pathologist who’s ready to make a real impact. At University Health, you’ll work with patients across the lifespan—from newborns to seniors—helping them find their voice, improve cognition, and regain safe swallowing. Every day is different, and every patient presents a new opportunity to change a life.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Evaluating patients and building customized therapy plans
• Helping patients improve communication, thinking, and swallowing skills
• Adjusting treatments based on progress and goals
• Educating patients and families to support success at home
• Collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and the full rehab team
• Documenting clearly and thoroughly
• Supervising speech students and rehab techs as needed
• Pitching in on performance‑improvement projects and department initiatives
• Keeping your space safe, clean, and organized
• Leading or contributing to special projects and programs
• Staying current with professional development and best practices
• Supporting a culture of safety, quality, and great patient experiences

What You Need

• A degree from an accredited Speech‑Language Pathology program
• A current Missouri Speech Pathologist License
• Either:
  • Eligibility for your Clinical Fellowship Year, or
  • Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) from ASHA
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re passionate about helping people communicate and connect, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and bring your skills to a supportive, collaborative hospital team that values what you do!