Speech Pathologist Registry - Level III and Level IV

Position Summary The SLP provides diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for speech, language, voice, swallow, and fluency disorders. The SLP evaluates the needs of assigned patients, establishes goals, plans and conducts treatment, and interacts effectively with patients, families, and the health care team. The role involves working with patients of all ages, from pediatrics to geriatrics. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assess, plan, treat, evaluate and implement a plan of care for the assigned patient population. Demonstrate understanding of the admission process, treatment costs, financial support and appropriate billing practices under ASHA standards and the SLP Practice Act of IL. Work in collaboration with physicians and provide supportive supervision of SLP students. Promote a clean and safe environment of care by utilizing SAFE error‑prevention habits. Maintain the highest standard of privacy and confidentiality in matters involving patients, coworkers and the hospital. Complete documentation of all patient care activities in a timely manner in the electronic medical record. Develop professional skills by defining and completing appropriate development plans, participating in continuing education and in‑service offerings, and using written resources to stay current with advances in the field. Communicate with other health‑care professionals and establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families. Uphold professional standards by achieving service competence and applying evidence‑based interventions to promote quality practice. Perform Saturday and Sunday rotation work as applicable. Required Qualifications Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university. Current CPR certification. Current License as a speech‑language pathologist from the State of Illinois. Minimum two years of acute‑care hospital experience within the last five years. Work Shift Details Days, LevelIII: paid at $52perhour with a $3 weekend differential, minimum two weekend shifts per month, and one approved holiday shift of the six recognized SilverCross holidays per year. LevelIV: paid at $55perhour with a $3 weekend differential, minimum four weekend shifts per month, and one approved holiday shift of the six recognized SilverCross holidays per year. Department IP Acute Physical Medicine Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision plans. Life Insurance. Flexible Spending Account. Other voluntary benefit plans. PTO and Sick time. 401(k) plan with a match. Wellness program. Tuition Reimbursement. Registry employees who meet eligibility may participate in the 401(k) Savings plan with a potential match. Benefits are available for full‑time and part‑time employees. Registry employees are ineligible for health and welfare benefits. #J-18808-Ljbffr 01 Silver Cross Hospital and Medical Centers