Speech Therapist

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Services in Elgin, IL is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate, plan, and implement treatment for patients with speech, language, cognition, and swallowing disorders. The role includes contributing to program development and department improvement.

Ideal candidates hold a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, active IL license, CCC-SLP or CF eligibility, hospital experience, and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited program.
• Active state licensure in Illinois, free of disciplinary actions.
• CCC-SLP certification from ASHA, or SLP-CF eligibility with supervision.
• At least one year hospital experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification for healthcare provider.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat, plan and implement treatment for speech, language, cognition, swallowing and related disorders.
• Assist in developing and implementing programs to enhance department offerings.

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Active Illinois Speech-Language Pathology license

CCC-SLP Certification (ASHA)

SLP-CF eligibility (CF) with supervision

BLS for healthcare provider certification

Job description

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

• 1. Graduate of an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in speech-language pathology required.
• 2. Active license to practice speech language pathology in the state of anticipated employment, free of disciplinary action required.
• 3. 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.
• 4. At least one year of experience in a hospital setting is preferred.
• 5. Current BLS for healthcare provider’s certification upon hire and maintain current.

Pay Transparency

Saint Joseph Hospital - Elgin offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $34.00 to $50.00. 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

Full Time

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