Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Outpatient

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Competitive hourly range

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC in Urbana, IL seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients of all ages with speech and feeding impairments, serving as a clinical resource and role model for staff and students.

Qualifications include a Master’s Degree in a related field, BLS within 30 days, and continuing education on acute stroke care. Responsibilities include assessments, developing treatment plans, collaborating with families and professionals, and documenting sessions.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a related field
• BLS certification within 30 days
• Completion of continuing education on acute stroke care

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans
• Evaluate speech, language, feeding, and swallowing functions
• Use appropriate evaluation tools and materials
• Collaborate with patients, families, caregivers, and other professionals
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs
• Coordinate with pediatric PT/OT and document therapy sessions
• Supervise students and complete annual requirements for senior status

Skills

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Collaboration

Documentation skills

Education

Master’s Degree in a related field

BLS certification

Tools

None

Job description

The role involves evaluating and treating patients of all ages with speech and feeding impairments, serving as a professional role model and clinical resource for staff and students.

Qualifications include:

• Master’s Degree in a related field
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days
• Completion of continuing education on acute stroke care

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans
• Evaluate speech, language, feeding, and swallowing functions
• Use appropriate evaluation tools and materials
• Collaborate with patients, families, caregivers, and other professionals
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs
• Coordinate with pediatric PT/OT and document therapy sessions
• Supervise students and complete annual requirements for senior status

Skills and qualities:

Strong assessment, communication, collaboration, and documentation skills, with a focus on culturally competent care. The role offers a sign-on bonus and a competitive hourly range. It emphasizes professional development and teamwork in a supportive environment.