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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$81,231 / year median in Illinois
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Position Summary :
Responsible for providing services to both inpatients and outpatients, including treatment, planning, implementation and related documentation.Position Requirements :
Graduate of approved Speech/Language Pathology program. Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in the State of Illinois Holds and maintains a Certificate of Clinical Competence as issued by ASHA. Certified in CPR through the American Heart Association. Previous hospital experienced preferred. RUSH salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects RUSH's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Benefits can be found hereBenefits
- Dental Insurance