Speech Language Pathologist

 

JOB OVERVIEW: Seeking Full-Time and PRN Speech-Language Pathologist (ACCT) to join our experienced assistive technology team and provide AAC evaluations and training to adults and children. This positionis a critical team member to integrate AAC within our established adult neuro-rehab programs of Ability KC, and our outside referral partners. Professional growth, flexibility and creativity in program development is supported in this opportunity to work with a variety of individuals and families.  

EDUCATION: Master’s degree Speech/Language Pathology from an accredited school required. Missouri State license and possess CCC or be eligible for Clinical Fellowship.

EXPERIENCE: Experience with AAC is required; broad understanding and clinical reasoning in neuro rehabilitation desired, with strong organizational and communication skills.  One Year hospital/health related or assistive technology experience is preferred. Mo and KS license required and possess CCC or be eligible for Clinical Fellowship.

Knowledge/Skills: Must possess knowledge of the principles, practice of Speech-Language Pathology and the ability to apply them in therapeutic treatement programs.

• Ability to create clear and concise written and oral reports.
• Understand and abide by the established code of ethics for the practice of Speech-Language Pathology.
• Ability to maintain patient and facility confidentiality.
• Specialized training in augmentative and alternative communication if providing services to individuals in the Adaptive Computer and Communication Technology Program.
• Ongoing education in the area of assistive technology as it relates to augmentative communication, learning tools and computer access.
• Ability to educate internal stakeholders in assistive technology through conference exhibits, presentations, and in-services.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Who We Are:

Ability KC is built on a a strong founding legacy that continues to inspire the work done each day for children and adults with disabilities and therir families. Since 1947, Ability KC has been providing highly specialized care to address the needs of individuals with high medical complexities as related to stroke, brain injury, spinial cord injury, amputations, developmental disabilities and a variety of rare and complex disabilities in the Kansas City Community.                        

Speech Language Pathologist Adult Medical Rehab performs patient care related task and functional supervision of support staff. Master’s degree Speech Language Pathology from an accredited school required. No Experience required. Prior hospital or neuro-rehab experienced preferred.

We are a Monday– Friday Outpatient Service

Ability KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Background and post offer drug screenings required. 

 

 

 

 

Employment Type: Full Time
Bonus/Commission: No