Clinical Associate (Speech-Language Pathologist)

University of Illinois Chicago; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist in the Department of Pediatrics to join a multidisciplinary team in Peoria, IL.

This role focuses on evaluating and treating children with swallowing, feeding, and communication disorders, while collaborating with physicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other clinical staff. Salary ranges from $70,000 to $100,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Illinois licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist required.
• CCC-SLP certification from ASHA preferred/required.

Responsibilities

• Provide developmentally appropriate evaluation and treatment for children with swallowing and feeding disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Collaborate with physicians, dietitians, nurses, social workers, and other staff to coordinate care.
• Educate families on safe feeding techniques and home strategies.
• Document care in the medical record and communicate with the team.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Pediatric care

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Illinois State Speech-Language Pathologist license

CCC-SLP Certification (ASHA)

Job description

Hiring Department: UICOMP-Pediatrics

Location: Peoria, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1042305

Posting Close Date: 10/22/2026

Salary: $70,000 to $100,000 per year

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks candidates for the position(s) of Speech-Language Pathologist in the Department of Pediatrics

About The University Of Illinois College Of Medicine Peoria

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is a regional campus of one of the largest public medical schools in the United States. We are known for having small class sizes and exceptional faculty mentorship. This allows UICOMP students to excel under a rigorous curriculum. In collaboration with our hospitals and clinical partners, UICOMP Faculty members provide care to more than 45,000 patients each year. In addition, they contribute to medical education and training for more than 260 students, and more than 300 physician residents and fellows annually. UICOMP healthcare partners include Jump Simulation, a world-class leader in healthcare simulation and innovation, as well as OSF Saint Medical Center, OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois, and Carle Health Greater Peoria. UICOMP is also part of an R1 research institute with translational research focusing on Alzheimer's dementia and oncology.

Learn more about how the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is helping to transform healthcare here: https://peoria.medicine.uic.edu/ .

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary

The Section of Child Development and Rehabilitation in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is seeking to add a Speech-Language Pathologist to the program. The Speech-Language Pathologist will work with developmental-behavioral pediatrics, neurodevelopmental pediatrics, advanced practice registered nurses in child development, social work, dietitians, nurses, and other clinical staff to provide comprehensive care to patients with intellectual, developmental, and neurodevelopmental disabilities. The Child Development and Rehabilitation program is an active program working in the areas of autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, pediatric feeding disorders, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, congenital heart disease, neurodevelopmental follow-up, Down syndrome, and other genetic syndromes.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide developmentally appropriate evaluation, goal setting, and treatment recommendations for children who have swallowing-feeding disorders.
• Perform comprehensive feeding and swallowing evaluations for children with developmental, neurological, genetic, and medical conditions.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals based on evidence-based practices.
• Provide safe, effective, and ongoing speech-language and feeding therapy.
• Assess oral motor skills, sensory processing related to feeding, swallowing safety, and mealtime behaviors.
• Document treatment provided in the electronic medical record and provide timely and accurate information to other treatment team members.
• Develop and implement individualized feeding intervention plans to improve oral intake, food variety, chewing, swallowing, and mealtime participation.
• Collaborate with physicians, dietitians, psychologists, social workers, and nursing staff to provide comprehensive feeding care.
• Educate families on safe feeding techniques, positioning, texture modifications, pacing strategies, and home exercise programs.
• Monitor nutritional concerns and communicate recommendations to the interdisciplinary team.
• Teach medical students, Speech-Language Pathology students, residents, and fellows in pediatrics, nurse practitioner students, and nurse fellows.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess at least a Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology Therapy
• Valid State of Illinois Speech-Language Pathologist license
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech Language-Hearing Association

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD preferred
• Clinical experience in pediatric dysphagia, infant feeding, or medical home health

The budgeted salary range for the position is $70,000 to $100,000 per year.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.