Posted: 19-Mar-26
Location: Chicago, Illinois
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Internal Number: 00137991
LOCATION: John H. Stroger Hospital
DEPARTMENT: Rehabilitation Services
SHIFT: 8 AM - 4 PM
PAY RANGE: $47.813 - $56.271 HOURLY
Salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application submittal. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement.
About the Position
A great opportunity for Speech Therapists to work with a dynamic rehab team at the central campus, which includes John H. Stroger Hospital and Harrison Square OP clinic. This clinical position delivers care in both the inpatient and outpatient settings, including video fluoroscopic swallow studies (VFSS) at Cook County Health. CCH encompasses 2 hospitals and multiple ambulatory health centers, including a Level 1 Trauma Center, Burn Center, Primary Stroke Center, Otolaryngology (ENT) service, and other specialty clinics. Common conditions include traumatic injuries, head & neck cancer patients, post-operative rehabilitation, burn injuries, and neurological impairment affecting daily functional activities. Our Central Campus located in the heart of the Chicago Medical District, providing for mentorship while working with the larger rehab team. We are looking for a vibrant individual who is a confident clinician; someone who is flexible, a quick learner, is solution-focused, communicates clearly, and who enjoys working as a team. Cook County Health offers a highly competitive benefits package plus opportunities for continuing education activities, departmental trainings, in-services, and journal clubs. Apply to join a great team of Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech Therapists who make up the rehab team at CCH.
About Cook County Health
One of the largest public health systems in the nation, Cook County Health (CCH) serves as the safety-net for health care in Chicago and suburban Cook County. CCH is comprised of two hospitals, a robust network of more than a dozen community health centers, the Ruth M. Rothstein CORE Center, the Cook County Department of Public Health, Correctional Health Services, and CountyCare, a Medicaid managed care health plan. Through the health system and the health plan, CCH cares for more than 500,000 individuals each year, and its physicians and clinicians are experts in their fields, committed to providing their patients with comprehensive, compassionate, and cutting-edge care. Today, CCH is transforming the provision of health care in Cook County by promoting community-based primary and preventive care, growing an innovative, collaborative health plan, enhancing the patient experience, and the Rehabilitation Services department plays a vital part in this initiative.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Department Director, the Speech Language Pathologist II (SLP II) provides language, speech, and swallowing evaluations, treatment planning, and treatments in a fast-paced, public, acute care, level-one trauma center. The patient population served is from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, of all ages, and includes inpatients and outpatients. While the position is primarily patient care, other responsibilities include supervision and training of junior staff and students as delegated, and to take a leadership role for coordinating SLP team activities. Intervention focus, includes Intensive Care Unit (ICU) care, performing beside evaluations, and conducting video fluoroscopic swallow studies. The SLP II will have excellent written, verbal, and nonverbal communication skills with patient's care givers, other healthcare professionals, students, and other professional affiliates.
TYPICAL DUTIES
Gathers, interprets and summarizes medical, evaluation and treatment information from a variety of a sources into appropriate patient documentation according to department documentation policies.
Performs appropriate, thorough and timely diagnostic speech, language and/or swallowing evaluations, including video fluoroscopic swallow evaluations, for all assigned adult and/or pediatric patients.
Develops and performs appropriate treatment programs with subsequent modifications/updating of goals as needed and provides patient/family education and/or counseling.
Determines the need for communicative assistive devices and/or home activities; develops basic devices and/or activities; and provides ongoing follow-up of their appropriateness and effectiveness.
Demonstrates familiarity of the purpose and functioning of departmental equipment and supplies and utilizes them appropriately.
Completes accurate record keeping and documentation in a timely manner, according to Department policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, clinical records, patient billing, statistics, and schedules.
Serves as a referral resource for patients requiring other services.
Adheres to the policies and procedures of the Rehabilitation Services Department, Hospital, and System.
Participates in quality assurance problem identification, data provision and peer review programs of the department.
Functions as a contributing team member within the department and takes an organizational and leadership role in SLP team activities.
Develops and carries a full patient load.
- Reports problems/other important information to supervisor.
Communicates effectively with patients, families, staff and other personnel.
May be given additional responsibilities for the following areas: safety, quality improvement, infection control, orderliness, protocols, clinical equipment standards, and competencies.
Work environment requires flexibility, initiative, and the ability to prioritize tasks when dealing with limited resources and/or unanticipated occurrences such as staff absences and fluctuating workload. Provides coverage for other areas when other staff members are absent.
Communicates issues with supervisor regarding activities, progress, problems etc.
Positively supports and participates in Department professional activities.
Complies with all department, hospital, and regulatory agency policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Assists to maintain work area and keep facility tidy, organized, presentable, and clean.
Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Speech Pathology is required (Must provide official transcripts at time of interview)
Current License in good standing in the State of Illinois as a Speech Pathologist is required (Must provide proof at time of interview)
Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association (ASHA) is required (Must provide proof at time of interview)
Minimum two (2) years' of clinical experience working with a range of speech/ language/ swallowing disorders is required
Minimum one (1) year of acute care clinical professional experience working with a range of speech/ language/ swallowing disorders is required
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification is required (Must provide proof at time of interview)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior pediatric experience is preferred
Prior outpatient experience is preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
- Knowledge of current principles and practice of speech therapy
- Possesses the knowledge of and recognizes the unique behaviors and needs of a variety of patient age groups (Neonate/Infant, Child, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric)
- Ability to prepare precise technical records and reports
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals
- Ability to work with patients with cognitive and behavioral disorders
- Ability to integrate knowledge into evaluation, care planning, and treatment that incorporates age-appropriate responses to the physical and psychosocial needs of each patient
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient related materials in compliance with HIPAA requirements
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls, and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.
VETERAN PREFERENCE
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When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
- Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
- Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
- Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.
OR
A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference.
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD, OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW
BENEFITS PACKAGE
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
MUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.
*Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER