Speech Therapist - Illinois - Seema Elahi MD Inc

For our Speech Therapy Service, which is one of the largest speech therapy providers in Chicago, working with three major hospitals and 300+ home health agencies is looking for several Speech Language Pathologists for patients in Chicago and surrounding areas.

The roles and responsibilities are as follows:

Key Responsibilities:

- Conduct thorough assessments of patients' speech, language, and swallowing disorders.

- Establish accurate diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings.

- Develop and implement effective speech and language therapy interventions to address patients' needs.

- Provide rehabilitation services to improve communication, articulation, language expression, and swallowing function.

- Monitor and adjust treatment plans as needed to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

- Maintain detailed and accurate patient records, documenting assessments, progress, and treatment plans.

- Prepare and submit timely reports to physicians, healthcare team members, and other relevant stakeholders.

- Educate patients and their caregivers on speech and language disorders, treatment plans, and home exercises.

- Guide communication strategies and techniques to facilitate optimal patient functioning.

- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and occupational therapists, to ensure integrated and coordinated patient care.

- Participate in regular team meetings and case conferences to discuss patient progress and treatment strategies.

- Adhere to professional and ethical standards in speech-language pathology practice.

- Stay informed about industry regulations and maintain compliance with state and federal guidelines.

Qualifications:

1. Education:

- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.

2. Licensure and Certification:

- Valid and active state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.

- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

3. Experience:

- Minimum of [X years] of experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist, with a preference for home health experience.

4. Skills:

- Strong clinical and diagnostic skills in speech-language pathology.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

- Proficient in using relevant assessment tools and therapeutic techniques.

5. Attributes:

- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.

- Strong organizational and time-management skills.

- Commitment to ongoing professional development.

We provide excellent market competitive benefits such as:

- Excellent working environment

- Company-maintained car and fuel - Health Insurance - Liability and malpractice insurance

- Workers Compensation - PTO (vacations and sick days)

- Annual Bonus