Outpatient Speech Language Pathologist-Full-time

The salary range for this position is $38.06–$49.48 per hour. Placement within this range depends on relevant work experience and internal equity, and if a labor union is represented, the collective bargaining agreement will guide placement. Benefits $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part‑time) $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part‑time) $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part‑time) $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 part‑time) Matching 401(k) Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage Life insurance Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus Paid time off and Holiday pay Description Speech-Language Pathologist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and other regulatory and accreditation standards. A speech therapist who complies with the Code of Ethics/Standards of Practice as outlined by their professional organization and the State of Illinois. This position includes direct patient care, teaching, participation on appropriate committees and departmental process improvement. Serves as a role model for all therapists and clinical interns in all aspects of professional, clinical, communication, education and leadership activities. Responsibilities Demonstrates the four NM values of teamwork, patients first, integrity, and excellence in daily work and interactions. Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance. Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers. Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur. Maintains primary responsibility over patient plan of care through timely and consistent collaboration with treating Speech Therapy Assistants. Demonstrates teamwork by helping co‑workers within and across departments; communicates effectively and respects diverse opinions and styles. Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently. Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time. Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement. Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services. Demonstrates creative problem solving and diversity when adapting treatment to special circumstances, as evidenced by team feedback and documentation. Demonstrates essential skill competencies in selecting the appropriate evaluation, using treatment modalities, equipment and protocols; performs re‑evaluations according to department guidelines, adjusting the treatment plan accordingly. Assumes complete responsibility over the course of patient management from initial contact to discharge, ensuring functional progress, safety and treatment outcome, as evidenced by chart review. Adheres to department policy regarding evaluations, progress notes and discharge summaries; all notes are documented in the electronic medical record (EMR). Completes daily notes that reflect patient’s response to treatment, actual performance and an assessment of status related to the treatment plan and eventual discharge needs, meeting all regulatory documentation requirements. Provides educational materials and methods appropriate to the patient’s level of understanding and motivation, as evidenced by chart review, observation and team feedback. Participates in committees, department processes and special projects in accordance with clinical expertise and individual performance plan. Works to develop and maintain professional relationships with members of the healthcare team (e.g., physician, nurse, case manager); participates in internal and external marketing per department expectations. Creates a culture of respectful communication by listening, inviting team input, maintaining openness and honesty, and acknowledging individual and team contributions. Accepts constructive feedback and makes timely changes as evidenced by coaching forms, chart audits and team feedback. Proactively completes non‑patient care responsibilities within established timelines (coverage notes, PTO/schedule change requests, bonus pay forms, follow‑up phone calls). Contributes to educational efforts of the department/clinic (e.g., in‑services, journal clubs, new hire orientation). Actively participates in student clinical or observation programs as a clinical instructor, mentor or observation host per department expectations. Maintains productivity standards per department expectations. Completes all NM required education, competencies and training within required time frames. Demonstrates willingness to flex schedule or assignment to meet patient care needs, staff meetings and department‑specific meetings outside of normal work hours. Qualifications Required: Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology; Speech Pathologist License in the State of Illinois; BLS from American Heart Association upon hire. Preferred: Current certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech‑Language Pathology, or eligibility following completion of the Clinical Fellowship year. Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Sign‑on Bonus Eligibility Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family. #J-18808-Ljbffr