Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
About The Position
HealthPro Heritage is hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist with a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) to support residents in an assisted living community in Lansing, Illinois, with floating to an assisted living facility in River Oaks. The role focuses on helping active seniors maintain their independence through speech-language pathology services. The posting offers full-time hours of 30–40 hours per week and is also open to part-time and PRN hours. The wage range is $45–$48 per hour, with a $3,000 sign-on bonus. The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates speech, language, voice, and swallowing abilities; diagnoses disorders; provides and adjusts evidence-based treatment; and educates patients and families. The position also involves clinical documentation and collaboration with healthcare providers and multidisciplinary teams. HealthPro Heritage describes itself as a therapist-led organization providing clinical services across settings including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics.
Requirements
- Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
- Valid state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist, or eligibility for licensure.
- Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).
- Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, voice, and swallowing using standardized tests and clinical observations.
- Develop diagnoses based on assessment results.
- Implement evidence-based therapies for speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders.
- Monitor and adjust treatment plans.
- Educate and support patients and families about disorders, treatment strategies, and ways to improve daily communication.
- Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to support effective patient care.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as needed.
Benefits
- $3,000 sign-on bonus.
- Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Continuous learning and development opportunities.
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Job Type
Full-time
