Speech Language Pathologist - Leawood - Nortek Medical Staffing, Inc.

Description

Nortek Medical Staffing, Inc. is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for a job in Leawood, Kansas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Speech Language Pathologist
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Staff

Position Overview

NorTek Medical Staffing is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for a full-time opportunity in Overland Park, Kansas within a specialized rehabilitation hospital setting. This role provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting patients with complex medical conditions who require extended hospital care.

This position is ideal for clinicians who are passionate about patient-centered therapy, interdisciplinary collaboration, and improving communication and swallowing outcomes. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary clinical team in a supportive, growth-oriented environment focused on delivering high-quality rehabilitative care.

Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care

Perform comprehensive speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing evaluations

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs

Provide direct therapy services to improve communication, cognition, and swallowing function

Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as appropriate

Educate patients and families on therapy goals, home strategies, and safety recommendations

Collaboration & Program Development

Work closely with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and case managers

Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and discharge planning

Contribute to the development and enhancement of speech therapy programs

Adapt therapeutic approaches to meet the needs of medically complex and critically ill patients

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation

Follow hospital policies, regulatory standards, and best practices

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and team meetings

Required Qualifications

Active Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) license in the state of Kansas (or eligibility)

Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Bachelor's Degree (Master's in Speech-Language Pathology typically required for licensure)

Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills

Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration abilities

Preferred Experience

At least 1 year of clinical SLP experience in a hospital or rehabilitation setting

Experience with medically complex, chronically ill, or critically ill patients

Familiarity with swallow studies, dysphagia management, and cognitive-communication therapy

Comfort working across diverse patient populations and acuity levels

Work Schedule

Full-time position

On-site role in Overland Park, KS

No relocation assistance provided

Non-local candidates not eligible

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $70,000 – $95,000 annually

Comprehensive Medical coverage (EPO, HDHP, HSA options) with prescription benefits

Dental & Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program (counseling, legal, financial services)

Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts (FSA/HSA)

Life & Disability Insurance

Continuing education and tuition assistance

Supplemental insurance options (accident, critical illness, pet, identity theft protection)

Employee discount programs (auto, home, travel, gym memberships, and more)

401(k) retirement plan with employer match potential

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Why Join This Team

Work with a nationally recognized healthcare organization specializing in complex rehabilitation care

Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary clinical environment

Access ongoing professional development and continuing education support

Make a meaningful difference in the recovery and quality of life of medically complex patients

Join a mission-driven team committed to compassionate, high-quality care

Nortek Medical Staffing, Inc. Job ID #10041.

About Nortek Medical Staffing, Inc.

Allied Healthcare Staffing Services

NorTek Medical Staffing is a full-service recruitment firm specializing in providing critical staffing solutions for Allied Healthcare Professionals, alongside physicians and mid-level providers. The company excels at connecting high-quality, specialized clinicians with facilities requiring temporary (Locum Tenens), contract, or permanent staff.

• Placement Types: Locum Tenens (temporary), Contract, and Permanent placements.
• Key Allied Health Specialties Staffed:
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs)
• Physician Assistants (PAs)
• Nurse Practitioners (NPs)
• Other Allied Healthcare Professionals (specific roles often include Imaging, Therapy, and specialized technicians).
• Client Settings: NorTek places Allied Health staff in diverse environments, including Hospitals, Medical Groups, Outpatient Clinics, Urgent Care Centers, and Government Facilities (VA and DoD).

Why Choose NorTek for Allied Health?

NorTek's approach is designed to meet the high demand for specialized non-physician providers:

• National Reach: Placing Allied Health professionals in facilities across the entire U.S.
• Rapid Deployment: Efficiently sourcing and deploying professionals to cover urgent short-term and long-term needs.
• Compliance and Credentialing: A dedicated team ensures all placed personnel are thoroughly screened, compliant, and credentialed according to the highest industry and facility standards.
• Focus on Fit: Providing personalized, consultative service to ensure a strong match between the clinician's skills and the facility's specific patient needs.