Speech Therapist (st) - Acute Care Pediatrics

Advocate Aurora Health

Oak Lawn, Illinois, United States
Base: $37.50 - $56.25 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Pediatric dysphagia and feeding expertise
Swallowing disorder evaluation skills
Patient discharge planning capabilities
The role involves interpreting physician referrals to conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations for pediatric patients with various disorders

Job Summary

  • The role involves interpreting physician referrals to conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations for pediatric patients with various disorders.
  • Employees are responsible for establishing written care plans, implementing individualized treatments, and managing patient discharge including home programs.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of total rewards including health benefits, retirement plans, and educational assistance.

Matching Summary

The role involves interpreting physician referrals to conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations for pediatric patients with various disorders.

Salary

Base: $37.50 - $56.25 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid Time Off, health/dental/vision, retirement match, educational assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pediatric dysphagia and feeding expertise
  • Swallowing disorder evaluation skills
  • Patient discharge planning capabilities
  • Family teaching and home program development
  • Billing and documentation compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Student clinical education supervision
  • Performance improvement participation
  • Interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • Continuing education engagement

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in Speech Pathology from accredited school
  • State license in Wisconsin or Illinois
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (ASHA) or CFY eligible
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Knowledge of pediatric growth and development principles

Work Rights

Must be licensed in the State in which you work

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