Ascension·Elk Grove Township, Illinois
Develop and implement individualized, patient-centered plans of care for patients with complex neurological, oncological, and orthopedic conditions. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes and support safe discharge planning.
$53.00 - $56.00 per hour Must have at least 1 year of work experience as SLP CFY not offered What You Will Do Develop, implement, and regularly reassess individualized, patient-centered plans of care in collaboration with patients and families. Deliver evidence-based interventions across complex diagnoses, including neurological, oncological, orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, and medically complex conditions. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care, optimize outcomes, and support safe, effective discharge planning. Utilize innovative rehabilitation technologies and best practices to maximize functional recovery and independence. Minimum requirement of 36 hours in 6-week period. What You Will Need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted required. Speech-Language Pathologist credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Speech language pathologist provisional license will be accepted until license is issued. License must be obtained within 12 months of hire date or job transfer date.
Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), a valid Illinois SLP license, and BLS certification. Candidates must have at least one year of work experience as an SLP, as CFY is not offered.
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