Speech Language Pathologist I - inpatient -full-time

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 44,083 - 67,502; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium shift pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Endeavor Health’s inpatient Speech Language Pathologist I position in Chicago is a full-time role (40 hours/week) based at Swedish Hospital. The job requires a Master’s in Speech Language Pathology, ASHA‑certification eligibility, Illinois licensure pursuit, CPR, and clinical hospital experience.

Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. Responsibilities include comprehensive therapy, documentation, student/staff teaching, progress reporting, and discharge planning for

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech–Language Pathology from an ASHA‑accredited program.
• CCC-SLP supervision or eligibility; pursuing IL licensure; CPR certification.
• Supervised clinical experience in hospital/rehabilitation settings.
• Strong interpersonal/communication skills with physicians, families, and staff; good organizational and time management; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech therapy services including assessment, treatment, family education, referrals, re-evaluations, and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate patient records (evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries; billing as required).
• Provide staff and student education on evaluation and treatment procedures; may lead group or consultative sessions.
• Report patient progress at staffing and conferences.
• Participate in continuous improvement and independent work with minimal direction.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Independent work

Education

Masters in Speech Pathology

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $32.60 - $48.90 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Position: Speech Language Pathologist I, Inpatient, Days
• Location: Chicago, IL, Swedish Hospital
• Full-time: 40 hours per week
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm, Rotating weekends; Rotating holidays
• Required Travel: no

What you will do:

• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws that apply to job and area of responsibility.
• Provides quality Speech Therapy services to patients including assessment, VFS, treatment intervention, patient family education, referrals, re-evaluations and discharge planning based on the age and developmental status of the patient. Service provision may include direct, group, monitored and consultative approaches.
• Prepares and maintains accurate patient records including evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries and billing as required by Medicare, third party payers, and JCAHO/HFAP. Assures co-signature on notes and evaluations if waiting on licensure exam results.
• Reports on patient/resident progress at staffing and other conferences.
• Teaches appropriate speech therapy evaluation and treatment procedures to various hospital and community groups, students in allied professions and supportive personnel.
• Consistently offers ideas and works with little direction.

What you will need:

• Education: Graduate from a school of Speech Pathology with a Masters Degree from an accredited college or university approved by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• Certification: Holds or is working towards a Certificate of Clinical Competence of the American-Speech-Hearing Association. Holds or is working towards State of Illinois Licensure in speech-language pathology. Must have CPR certification.
• Experience: Has had supervised clinical experience in a hospital, rehabilitation or similar pathology setting.
• Unique or Preferred Skills: Must demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills in dealing with physicians, other health professionals, patients, family members, and the community. Must demonstrate good organizational and time management skills. Must be able to work effectively in an independent environment.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

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