Speech Language Therapist

Saint Francis Hospital; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 55,104 - 74,390; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL is seeking a Per Diem Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat patients with speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders. You will collaborate with physicians to implement treatment plans and contribute to program development.

Requirements include a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, active IL licensure, CCC-SLP or SLP-CF eligibility, at least one year in a hospital setting, and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Active license to practice Speech-Language Pathology in Illinois.
• Active CCC-SLP from ASHA or SLP-CF eligibility considered case-by-case with supervision.
• At least 1 year of hospital experience.
• Current BLS certification for healthcare providers on hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat, and implement treatment for disorders of speech, language, cognition, swallowing, and related services as prescribed by a physician.
• Assist in developing and implementing new and ongoing programs to enhance the department.

Skills

CCC-SLP

ASHA Certification

State Licensure

BLS Certification

Hospital Experience

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

Schedule: Per Diem (as needed) 8 hour shifts, Varied

Facility: Prime Healthcare St Francis Hospital

Location: Evanston, IL 60201

Responsibilities

Responsible for the evaluation, treatment planning and implementation of treatment for patients demonstrating disorders of speech, language, cognition, swallowing and other services prescribed by a physician. Assists in developing and implementing new and ongoing programs beneficial for the enhancement of the department.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in speech-language pathology required.
• Active license to practice speech language pathology in the state of anticipated employment, free of disciplinary action required.
• Active Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), free of disciplinary action – OR - Speech Language Pathology Clinical Fellow (SLP-CFs) to be considered on a case‑by‑case basis (provided proper supervision can be afforded to the CF) required.
• At least one year of experience in a hospital setting.
• Current BLS for healthcare provider’s certification upon hire and maintain current.

Pay Transparency

Saint Francis Hospital offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $47.08. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf