Acute Care Speech-Language Pathologist — Weekend Shifts

Hugh Chatham Health; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Illinois is seeking a part-time Speech Language Pathologist for the acute care rehabilitation department. The clinician will assess patients with speech, language, voice, cognitive and swallowing disorders and develop care plans.

Proficiency with EPIC EMR is preferred; candidates must have CCC and state licensure. This role requires weekend coverage, orientation, and the ability to deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Pathology required.
• Licensed Speech Language Pathologist in the state you work.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA (CCC).
• BLS for Healthcare Providers preferred/required per department policy.

Responsibilities

• Conducts speech, language, voice, cognitive, and swallowing assessments.
• Develops and implements written plans of care and tracks outcomes.
• Coordinates discharge planning and home program instructions.
• Maintains documentation and adheres to billing and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Empathy

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Pathology

ASHA CCC certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Advocate Health in Illinois is seeking a part-time Speech Language Pathologist for the acute care rehabilitation department. The clinician will assess patients with speech, language, voice, cognitive and swallowing disorders and develop care plans.

Proficiency with EPIC EMR is preferred; candidates must have CCC and state licensure. This role requires weekend coverage, orientation, and the ability to deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced setting.