Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Pediatrics - Outpatient Therapy Annex

Carle Health; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 50,337 - 86,582; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in Urbana, Illinois. This role requires a Master's Degree in a related field and entails evaluating and treating patients under 16 years old. Responsibilities include collecting patient history, conducting assessments, and developing care plans tailored to individual needs. The position offers a compensation range of $36.54 - $62.85 per hour and benefits. Join a dedicated team committed to patient-centered care, continuing education, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in Illinois.
• Must complete Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days.
• Attend required continuing education for stroke patients.

Responsibilities

• Collect and integrate case history information from various sources.
• Conduct assessment procedures for speech and language pathology.
• Develop and implement care plans with achievable goals.
• Evaluate patients with speech and feeding-related impairments.

Skills

Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Continuing education for acute stroke care

Education

Master's Degree in a related field

Job description

Overview

Evaluates and treats patients under the age of 16. Serves as a role model in delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students.

****This role qualifies for a sign-on bonus!!!!

Qualifications

• Education Level: Master's Degree
• Field of Study: Related Field

• Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days – American Heart Association (AHA)

• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients.
• Career Advancement Program: Completes requirements as per PP 1078 Therapy Services Career Ladder

Responsibilities

• Collect case history information and integrate information from patients, family, caregivers, teachers, relevant others, and other professionals. Select and administer appropriate evaluation procedures to meet patient needs. Recognize the needs, values, preferred mode of communication, and cultural/linguistic background of the patient, family, caregivers and relevant others.
• Conduct assessment procedures for speech and language pathology. Select or develop and use appropriate materials and instrumentation for prevention and intervention.
• Develop and implement a setting appropriate plan of care with measurable and achievable goals that meet patients needs. Collaborate with patients and relevant others in the planning process.
• Interpret, integrate, and synthesize all information to develop a treatment plan and make appropriate recommendations for intervention.

• Evaluate patients with speech and feeding-related impairments.
• Administer standardized testing to assess level of function compared to age-related norms.
• Assess feeding and swallowing impairments.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home programs and activities.
• Coordinate with pediatric PT/OT on treatment interventions.
• Complete daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR.
• Complete annual requirements as per therapy clinical ladder for senior status which includes supervision of students, completing an approved project, and one in‑service training.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information: [e-mail].

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $36.54 per hour - $62.85 per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.