Speech Therapist

Resurrection Medical Center • Chicago, IL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Therapist works in the Speech Therapist Acute Rehab department at Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. This PRN, per-diem role provides as-needed coverage, including weekends, with a day shift. The therapist evaluates patients and plans and implements treatment for speech, language, cognitive, swallowing, and other disorders for which a physician has prescribed services. The role also contributes to developing and implementing programs that enhance the department.

The position collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and rehabilitation professionals to develop individualized treatment plans and support patient recovery, independence, and quality of life. Candidates must hold a master’s degree in speech-language pathology, an active state license, and an active ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC-SLP), or may be considered as a Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellow on a case-by-case basis if appropriate supervision is available. Current BLS certification for healthcare providers is required upon hire and must be maintained. Hospital experience is preferred.

The stated compensation estimate is a flat rate of $46.16. Starting compensation is determined when an applicant is selected, with factors including skills, applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure. The company describes its benefits package as comprehensive and customizable, with resources, programs, and voluntary options; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in speech-language pathology.
• Active license to practice speech-language pathology in the state of anticipated employment, free of disciplinary action.
• Active ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP), free of disciplinary action; alternatively, a Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellow may be considered case by case if appropriate supervision is available.
• Current BLS for healthcare provider certification upon hire and maintenance of current certification.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients with disorders of speech, language, cognition, swallowing, and other conditions for which services are prescribed by a physician.
• Plan and implement treatment for patients with the identified disorders.
• Assist in developing and implementing new and ongoing programs that enhance the department.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and rehabilitation professionals on individualized treatment plans and patient outcomes.

Benefits

• The company describes a comprehensive, competitive benefits package with customizable options, resources, programs, and voluntary options; individual benefits are not specified.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level