Speech Language Pathologist

Legacy Healthcare Services; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 57,859 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical/dental/vision/prescription/pet insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Company-paid group life

Flex spending account

Licensure reimbursement

Company-provided CEUs

Job summary

Legacy Healthcare Services in Wheaton, Illinois is looking for a compassionate Speech Language Pathologist. This role involves evaluating and treating patients with swallowing disorders and communication impairments while working closely with a dedicated team to enhance patients' quality of life.

Successful candidates must have a Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology, a current state license, and excellent interpersonal skills. The position offers a desirable Monday-Friday schedule with no weekend or holiday requirements, along with generous benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Masters Degree from an accredited graduate program in speech language pathology.
• Current state license as a Speech Language Pathologist / SLP, or ability to obtain prior to beginning employment.
• Excellent interpersonal, fiscal, and clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients for swallowing disorders and communication/cognitive impairments.
• Establish treatment goals and develop appropriate Speech Pathology treatment programs.
• Provide rehabilitative services to patients under specific medical orders.
• Participate in clinical conferences to share and coordinate care plans.
• Provide individualized attention through private treatment sessions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical skills

Fiscal skills

Education

Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

Experience a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) career that’s full of joy, purpose, and opportunities to grow. We’re seeking talented, creative, and compassionate professionals who enjoy building relationships with patients, learning new ways to deliver care, and being part of a team dedicated to helping senior patients live their best lives. Join our dynamic team of rehabilitation therapists and get the most out of your career as you

• Evaluate and treat patients for swallowing disorders and communication/cognitive impairments, utilizing a variety of evidenced based therapeutic techniques
• Establish treatment goals, as well as develop and implement appropriate Speech Pathology treatment programs based upon a full clinical evaluation
• Provide rehabilitative services to patients under specific medical orders as part of a coordinated team
• Participate in clinical conferences to share and coordinate the plan of care for patients
• Treat residents one on one so each patient gets individualized attention through private treatment sessions with a functional based treatment approach
• The ability to individualize treatment sessions
• Desirable Monday-Friday schedule with no weekend or holiday requirements
• 401(k)
• Medical/dental/vision/prescription/pet insurance for qualified positions
• Paid time off (PTO) with rollover and buyout options at year’s end for qualified positions
• Company-paid group life
• Flex spending account
• Voluntary life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance
• Licensure reimbursement
• Company-provided CEUs and unlimited online CEUs for full-time employees
• Career advancement opportunities
• Our not-for-profit organization offers personalized therapeutic care for residents within senior living communities, offering rehabilitative care that helps improve their quality of life
• Our organization was founded by and continues to be led by therapists
• We are one of the largest providers of on-site senior therapy care in the country, serving nearly 500 senior living communities throughout the U.S. and growing
• We are leaders in innovation and personalized care, which makes us a preferred provider for senior adults residing in the communities we serve

Join a team that is empowering senior adults to lead a life filled with purpose, safety, and joy.

Legacy Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree from an accredited graduate program in speech language pathology
• Current state license as a Speech Language Pathologist / SLP, or ability to obtain prior to beginning employment
• Excellent interpersonal, fiscal, and clinical skills

Salary: USD $42.00 - $50.00 /Hr.