Speech Pathologist

OSF HealthCare; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare seeks a Speech Therapist to assist patients in restoring or developing swallowing, speech and communication functions through evaluation and treatment.

The role supports interdisciplinary care in a hospital setting, working with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech-language pathology.
• State temporary license with supervision, CFY, or CCC/ASHA certification.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with swallowing, speech and communication disorders.
• Evaluate and treat patients as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Education

Master's degree

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $39.13 - $46.03/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is a Salaried position.

• $5,000 -1 year work commitment
• $10,000 - 2 year work commitment
• $20,000 - 3 year work commitment

(Internal Mission Partners not eligible)

OSF Rehabilitation offers an environment for clinicians that is supportive in professional development and offers paid continuing education units, tuition reimbursement for further education, and 401k with $1 per $1 match on first 5% of salary! In addition, OSF Healthcare qualifies for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program

OSF will invest in you on day 1! Candidates with 5+ years of direct experience will receive 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time that will be available for use beginning day 1. This is in addition to our generous time-off benefits.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Speech Therapist assists patients in the restoration or development of swallowing, speech and communication functions through evaluation and treatment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree

Licenses/Certifications:

• Respective state temporary license with the supervision of a Licensed Speech Pathologist for 18 months
• Respective state temporary license while completing Clinical Fellowship Year or respective state license and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) by the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA)

Other skills/knowledge:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as Speech Pathologist
• Valid state driver's license, as verified through the respective state Department of Motor vehicles driving record abstract.
• Analytical ability to administer and evaluate standardized speech/language tests, conduct swallowing evaluations, evaluate patients' capabilities, develop treatment plans and monitor patients' progress.

OSF Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.