Speech (Outpatient) Pathologist

POSITION SUMMARY :

We are seeking a Speech Pathologist to :

• Join our world-class team of doctors, nurses and other health care professionals in providing everything from preventive health care to highly specialized programs.
• Provide quality care in a compassionate patient- and family- centered environment.
• Plan, evaluate and administer Speech Therapy services and care to patients in the home as prescribed by referring physician on an intermittent basis in accordance with Agency policies.
• Coordinate family involvement in assessment and treatment of the patient.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as Health System initiatives.

EDUCATION / TRAINING :

Master's Degree in Speech Language pathology.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION :

• Clinical competency Bi-annual and CPR certification.
• Current license from the State of Illinois or in the process of acquiring licensure. An applicant for employment as a physical, occupational, or speech therapist must present acceptable evidence of licensure or authorization to test at the time of employment.

An applicant who fails to provide this documentation will not be hired. A new employee will not be allowed to work as a therapist or assistant until evidence of licensure eligibility is provided.

Valid State driver's license and proof of liability insurance.

EXPERIENCE / SKILLS / ABILITIES :

• Home Care experience preferred.
• Must be skilled in a broad range of modalities with clear understanding of indications and contradictions for each.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing in a caring, considerate and concerned manner.
• Knowledge of TJC, IDPH and CMS rules and regulations.
• Willingness to accept responsibility.
• Ability to direct technical, assistant staff and students and organize work assignments.
• Leadership skills essential to the position.
• Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

SwedishAmerican, a division of UW Health, serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin communities also a Magnet®-designated facility is dedicated to delivering high quality healthcare and strategies to keep our patients and their families well.

In fact, quality drives all that we do. In recent years, our commitment to quality and excellence has resulted in more national awards quality and preference than any other health system in northern Illinois.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.

Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.

EOE, including disability / veterans.