Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient NICU - Per Diem

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Health Savings Account options

Retirement options with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Dental, medical, vision coverage

Wellness program savings plan

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Evanston, IL is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist for NICU per diem coverage. You will assess feeding and swallowing in preterm and medically fragile infants and collaborate with OT, Nursing, and Lactation to implement individualized plans.

Responsibilities include providing safe oral feeding interventions, caregiver coaching, and referrals for follow-up services; a Master’s in Speech Pathology and IL licensure are required, along with BLS/CPR certification and VSS

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Pathology from an ASHA-accredited program.
• Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in IL.
• BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
• Minimum two years NICU experience providing feeding services to preterm/medically complex infants.
• Video Swallowing Study (VSS) experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assess feeding, swallowing, and communication needs for preterm/medically fragile infants in NICU.
• Collaborate with OT, Nursing, and Lactation to implement individualized feeding plans.
• Provide interventions to support safe oral feeding and caregiver-infant bonding.
• Educate caregivers on feeding readiness, cues, and engagement strategies.
• Refer for follow-up outpatient therapy or early intervention as needed.

Skills

NICU

Feeding/swallowing assessment

Video Swallowing Study (VSS)

BLS/CPR certified

Education

Master's degree in Speech Pathology

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$39.44 - $61.13 - 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 - NICU - Per Diem,
• Location: Evanston Hospital, Evanston, IL
• Full Time/Part Time: Per Diem (as needed) per 6-week schedule
• Hours: Days
• Per Diem Commitment Level: As needed per 6-week schedule
• Required Travel: No
• Flat Hourly Pay Rate: $51/hour

What you will do:

• Assess oral feeding readiness, feeding and swallowing function, and communication needs for preterm and medically fragile infants
• In collaboration with Occupational Therapy, Nursing and Lactation Consultants, implement individualized feeding and swallowing plans
• Provide interventions to support safe and efficient oral feeding, caregiver-infant bonding and prelinguistic communication development
• Educate caregivers on feeding, cues, feeding readiness, and strategies to promote bonding and communication
• Provide resources and referrals for follow-up outpatient therapy or early intervention services

What you will need:

• Education: Master's degree in Speech Pathology from an accredited program by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
• License: Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in the state of IL required
• Certification: BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association required
• Experience: Minimum two years independent work experience in a NICU providing feeding services to preterm infants and medically complex infants required.
• Unique or Preferred Skills: Video Swallowing Study (VSS) experience required

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job

• 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.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging-each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

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