Speech Language Pathologist
Prime Healthcare•Elgin, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates patients and develops and implements treatment plans for disorders of speech, language, cognition, and swallowing, as well as other physician-prescribed services. The role also assists in developing and implementing new and ongoing programs that enhance the department. This is a per diem, day-shift position at St. Joseph Hospital in Elgin, Illinois.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in speech-language pathology from an accredited college or university.
- Active license to practice speech-language pathology in the state of anticipated employment, with no disciplinary action.
- Active ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP), with no disciplinary action; Speech Language Pathology Clinical Fellows may be considered case by case if appropriate supervision is available.
- At least one year of experience in a hospital setting.
- Current BLS for healthcare provider certification upon hire, maintained as current.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients with disorders of speech, language, cognition, and swallowing.
- Develop and implement treatment plans for patients and provide other services prescribed by a physician.
- Assist in developing and implementing new and ongoing programs that enhance the department.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Continuing education opportunities
- Specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform
