Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Pediatrics - Outpatient Therapy Annex

Carle Health•Urbana, IL

2d•$40 - $68

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients of all ages and serves as a role model in delivering professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students. In this pediatric outpatient therapy role, the clinician evaluates patients with speech- and feeding-related impairments, assesses feeding and swallowing, and develops and implements appropriate plans of care. The position includes a $2,500 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for candidates moving 50 miles or more.

Requirements

Master's degree in a related field.
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) within 30 days.
Attend and satisfactorily complete required continuing education regarding care of acute stroke patients.

Responsibilities

Collect case history information from patients, families, caregivers, teachers, relevant others, and other professionals, and integrate that information into care.
Select and administer appropriate evaluation procedures, recognizing patients' needs, values, preferred communication modes, and cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
Conduct speech-language pathology assessments and select or develop appropriate materials and instrumentation for prevention and intervention.
Develop and implement setting-appropriate plans of care with measurable, achievable goals in collaboration with patients and relevant others.
Interpret, integrate, and synthesize assessment information to develop treatment plans and make intervention recommendations.
Evaluate patients with speech- and feeding-related impairments.
Administer standardized testing to assess function compared with age-related norms.
Assess feeding and swallowing impairments.
Educate patients and caregivers about home programs and activities.
Coordinate treatment interventions with pediatric physical and occupational therapists.
Complete daily documentation and charging in the therapy electronic medical record.
Complete annual therapy clinical ladder requirements for senior status, including student supervision, an approved project, and one in-service training.