Speech Language Pathologist

Your future role at a glance

Location: Wichita, KS

Facility: Ascension Via Christi, Rehabilitation Hospital

Department: Speech Therapy

Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

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Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.


Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Create transformative outcomes by evaluating and treating patients with personalized speech-language therapy plans tailored to their unique recovery goals.
• Lead patient and family empowerment through dedicated education and counseling, ensuring they are confident and supported throughout the entire treatment journey.
• Deliver high-quality clinical interventions using evidence-based techniques to restore function and improve the long-term quality of life for those in your care.
• Document patient care journeys with precision to maintain accurate records that drive clinical excellence and continuous performance improvement.
• Support seamless care transitions by developing comprehensive discharge plans and connecting patients with the vital community resources they need to thrive after therapy

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Speech-Language Pathologist credentialed from the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Speech language pathologist provisional license will be accepted until license is issued. License must be obtained within 12 months of hire date or job transfer date.
• Speech-Language Pathologist credentialed from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Speech language pathologist provisional license will be accepted until license is issued. License must be obtained within 12 months of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.

What additional preferences we're seeking

Completed Praxi

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Responsibilities

• Create transformative outcomes by evaluating and treating patients with personalized speech-language therapy plans tailored to their unique recovery goals.
• Lead patient and family empowerment through dedicated education and counseling, ensuring they are confident and supported throughout the entire treatment journey.
• Deliver high-quality clinical interventions using evidence-based techniques to restore function and improve the long-term quality of life for those in your care.
• Document patient care journeys with precision to maintain accurate records that drive clinical excellence and continuous performance improvement.
• Support seamless care transitions by developing comprehensive discharge plans and connecting patients with the vital community resources they need to thrive after therapy

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Speech-Language Pathologist credentialed from the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Speech language pathologist provisional license will be accepted until license is issued. License must be obtained within 12 months of hire date or job transfer date.
• Speech-Language Pathologist credentialed from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Speech language pathologist provisional license will be accepted until license is issued. License must be obtained within 12 months of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.