Clinical Speech Language Pathologist / SLP

Transform Communication in the Windy City Become Our Next Speech Language Pathologist

Overview

Imagine a role where your passion for communication can truly impact lives. As a Speech Language Pathologist in the dynamic city of Chicago, your expertise will go far beyond treating communication and swallowing disorders. Your work will be a catalyst for personal growth, empowerment, and enriched human connections from little ones mastering their first sentences to elderly individuals rediscovering their capacity for independent living.

This unique position offers you the chance to engage with a diverse population, catering to individuals from all walks of life. You will provide care that balances outpatient therapy with occasions of inpatient support. Whether your heart lies with childrens linguistic milestones, adult neurogenic disorders, or assisting seniors with cognitive-language rehabilitation, we are the perfect environment to nurture your career aspirations.

Position Details

• Conduct thorough evaluations for patients across pediatric, adult, and geriatric stages utilizing both standardized assessments and careful observational techniques.
• Craft individualized therapy plans that address immediate goals while keeping long-term communication, cognitive, or swallowing needs in sight.
• Facilitate one-on-one speech therapy interventions that emphasize communication, language development, fluency, voice, and swallowing abilities.
• Collaborate seamlessly with physical therapists, occupational therapists, nurses, doctors, families, and caregivers to ensure integrated care approaches.
• Provide educational resources for patients and families to bolster improvement beyond clinical environments.
• Engage in occasional inpatient evaluations and speech therapy interventions ensuring ongoing care consistency during recovery.
• Maintain precise and timely records that comply with state, federal, and organizational mandates.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in the field through ongoing training and collaboration with peers.

Education Requirements

• A Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Successful completion of a supervised Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) if you are not yet certified by ASHA.

Required Certifications

• State licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist .
• Preferred: Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Skill Set

• Mastery of evidence-based treatment practices for every age group, possessing a strong grasp of both developmental and acquired communication and swallowing challenges.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills that foster positive relationships with patients, families, and interdisciplinary medical teams.
• Aptitude for adapting therapeutic strategies to respect diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable utilizing electronic health records and maintaining documentation standards.

What We Offer

• Attractive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Flexible working schedules to promote a healthy work-life balance and diverse caseload experiences.
• Opportunities available to specialize in pediatrics, adult neurological rehabilitation, or gerontology.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) along with holiday compensation.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Continuing education reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative environment where teamwork is prioritized for optimal patient care and lifelong learning.

In this rewarding role, you won't just provide therapyyou're joining a passionate mission to enhance communication, rebuild identities, and create meaningful moments through understanding.

Here, you will work alongside passionate clinicians who treat one another like family, in a space that values collaboration over competition. Each patients journey holds immense value; we trust you to be integral in telling their story.

Living in Chicago presents an exhilarating blend of robust urban life and fascinating history, all complemented by its rich, cultural fabric. Nestled on the edge of Lake Michigan, the city is a paradise for those who appreciate both nature and vibrant city living.

Families flock to picturesque parks for summer activities and community festivals, while lovers of the outdoors can relish in the ambiance of lakeside skiing in winter and waterfront excursions during warmer months. From the iconic deep-dish pizza to a plethora of food markets featuring international cuisine, Chicago will tantalize your taste buds at every turn.

The heart of the city beats in its diverse neighborhoodseach telling its own unique story through art installations on every corner and local artists showcasing their talents in theaters and venues across town. For professionals, the benefits extend far beyond just lifestyle; a competitive job market with no state income tax and cost-effective living foster a thriving environment for career growth.

Whether you are a newcomer to the field or a seasoned expert eager to explore new horizons, you'll find an abundance of opportunity to flourish here, both personally and professionally.

Were on the lookout for a Speech Language Pathologist who is fueled by outcomes as much as by compassion. Someone who envisions a future of dialogue when encountering a shy kid; who hears the tentative words of a recovering patient and hears hope.

You could be a pediatric advocate seeking to sway into adult services or a neurology-focused clinician wishing to weave in early intervention techniques.

Regardless of specialization, if your heart is set on making a difference and leading the charge with your expertise, were eager to welcome you into our community.

If you believe that speech encompasses more than mere sound, that therapy transcends tasks; if you value trust and laughter as essential components of achieving goalsthis could be the next exciting chapter of your professional narrative.

Join us in a vibrant community that cherishes communication, connection, and the bravery needed to begin anew. Apply today, and lets help others find their voice together!