Speech-Language Pathologist — Patient-Centered Care & Collaboration

Northwestern Medicine; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (0.8 FTE, exempt) to join our team in Illinois. The role involves direct patient care, teaching, and active participation on committees and departmental process improvements as part of a multidisciplinary team, with emphasis on delivering high-quality patient outcomes.

The position requires a Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, licensure in Illinois, and BLS certification upon hire; a CCC is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• State of Illinois licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association on hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care.
• Engages in teaching and department process improvement.
• Collaborates with team to maintain patient plans of care.
• Completes documented notes in EMR and adheres to department policies.
• participates in committees and supports education of students and interns.

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Speech Pathologist License in Illinois

BLS from American Heart Association upon hire

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (0.8 FTE, exempt) to join our team in Illinois. The role involves direct patient care, teaching, and active participation on committees and departmental process improvements as part of a multidisciplinary team, with emphasis on delivering high-quality patient outcomes.

The position requires a Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, licensure in Illinois, and BLS certification upon hire; a CCC is preferred.