Speech Language Pathologist- PRN/Registry (As Needed) Details

Speech Language Pathologist- PRN/Registry (As Needed)

AMITA Health - Chicago, IL

Employment Type : Full-Time

We Are Hiring:Schedule: Weekend and holiday coverage as needed, would also prefer flexibility to occasionally be able to pick up a weekday shift

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  Majority inpatient coverage, occasional outpatient coverage
• Must have CCC
• NICU experience a plus

AMITA Health Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center Chicago

AMITA Health Saints Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center Chicago has provided compassionate, award-winning care to the city's near-northwest side for more than 100 years. Our 495-bed medical center provides comprehensive services including primary care, cancer care, behavioral health, orthopedics and rehab, cardiology, imaging, midwifery and obstetrics, emergency services, surgery and more. Magnet-recognized by the American Nursing Credentialing Center, we rank in the top seven percent of all U.S. hospitals for nursing excellence. We have a rich history of community involvement, so you’ll feel at home from the moment you walk through our doors.
What You Will Do: Evaluate and treat patients requiring speech-language therapy.

• Perform therapy interventions utilizing standard therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
• Educate and counsel patient and family regarding treatment plans.
• Maintain clinical records and follow performance improvement recommendations.
• Plan and/or assist with patient discharge from speech therapy services.
• Provide information regarding appropriate support programs.

What You Will Need: Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Speech-Language Pathologist credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Must be licensed in or eligible for licensure in the State of Illinois as a Speech/Language Pathologist or practicing under a licensed speech pathologist during clinical fellowship year.

Education:

• High school diploma/GED with 2 years of experience, or Associate's degree, or Technical degree required.

Additional Preferences: No additional preferences.Why Join Our Team: AMITA Health, one of the largest health systems in Illinois, is comprised of 19 hospitals and more than 230 sites of care. With more than 900 providers in its medical groups, 26,000 associates and 7,000 physician partners, AMITA Health serves over 6.6 million residents in the greater Chicagoland area.

We are committed to improving accessibility to healthcare in the communities we serve. We hold ourselves accountable to our patients and one another, and we work hard to treat the whole person, body, mind and spirit. Our compassionate, talented team members are the source of our strength, and we invest heavily in their well-being. We offer significant professional opportunities, career advancement potential, comprehensive training and competitive wages.Equal Opportunity Employer: AMITA Health will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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