Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient - Neonatal - per diem

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Evanston (IL); Hybrid; USD 48,436 - 75,079; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay

Career pathways for growth

Various medical 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

Job summary

NorthShore University HealthSystem is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for the Inpatient Neonatal unit in Evanston, IL. This per diem position offers flexible hours focused on assessment and intervention for infants in the NICU.

The role involves collaboration with various healthcare professionals to optimize feeding readiness and safe feeding practices, as well as educating families on communication development for their infants.

Benefits include premium pay, development programs, and various medical options for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Licensed Speech Language Pathologist in the State of IL required.
• Minimum of two years relevant experience with NICU infants.
• Experience in providing feeding services to preterm/complex infants.

Responsibilities

• Assess feeding readiness for preterm and medically fragile infants.
• Collaborate with nursing and occupational therapy for feeding plans.
• Educate families on safe feeding techniques and communication strategies.

Skills

Assessment of oral feeding readiness

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Communication Development

Family Education

Education

Master's degree in Speech Pathology

CPR Certification

ASHA CCC-SLP

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient Neonatal Days

Position Highlights:

• Position: Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient - Neonatal
• Location: Evanston, IL
• PER DIEM- hours as needed
• Hours: Days
• Required Travel: no
• Holidays: no

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) provides specialized assessment, intervention, and family education for infants admitted to the Level III NICU. The SLP focuses on optimizing oral feeding readiness, swallowing safety, and early communication development in collaboration with neonatologists, nurses, occupational and physical therapists, lactation consultants, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team. This per diem role provides flexible coverage based on unit census and patient care needs.

The Evanston Hospital Infant Special Care Unit is a Level III NICU providing critical care to newborns across the northern Chicagoland region. With over 500 annual admissions we provide expertise across neonatal issues including: specialized small baby care, therapeutic hypothermia, and high risk neonatal developmental follow up. We have a dedicated and supportive multidisciplinary care model that includes team members from nursing, pharmacy, respiratory care, dietary, and social work.

What you will do:

• Clinical Care
  • Assess oral feeding readiness, feeding and swallowing function, and communication needs for preterm and medically fragile infants.
  • In collaboration with occupational therapy and nursing, support and implement individualized feeding and swallowing plans, including recommendations for oral vs. alternative feeding methods.
  • Provide interventions to support safe and efficient oral feeding, caregiver-infant bonding, and prelinguistic communication development.
  • Collaborate with lactation consultants to support breastfeeding success and transition to oral feeds.
  • Work with nursing to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans in alignment with medical stability and developmental milestones.
• Collaboration & Teamwork
  • Partner with NICU medical, nursing, and therapy teams to support plan of care
  • Contribute to care conferences and discharge planning to support transitioning to home and follow-up care as determined with manager.
  • Provide education to staff regarding feeding/swallowing best practices and early communication strategies.
• Family Support
  • Collaborate with occupational therapy and nursing to educate and empower parents/caregivers on safe feeding techniques, cues of readiness, and strategies to promote bonding and communication.
  • Provide resources and referrals for follow-up outpatient therapy or early intervention services as appropriate.

What you will need:

• License: Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist in the State of IL required.
• Education: Master's degree in Speech Pathology from a university program accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
• Certification: CPR certification required.
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) required
• Experience: Minimum two years relevant experience providing feeding services to preterm infants/complex infants; relevant certifications; VSS experience with NICU infants

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Premium pay for eligible employees
• 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

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.