Speech Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellowship

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Outpatient Center in Lincoln Park - Clark

General Summary:

The Clinical Fellow (CF) position is a 12 month, contracted, training position in the field of speech-language pathology.  During the course of the fellowship, the CF practices under the supervision and direction of a qualified American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) practitioner.  Under this supervision, the CF will organize, perform and modify prescribed therapy programs based upon a thorough evaluation of each patient and best practice methods.  The CF is required to adhere to all ASHA Clinical Fellowship guidelines and procedures. 

This position will be helping support our infant welfare society, located near Fullerton/Central Park West. English/Spanish bilingual skills preferred.

Essential Job Functions:

• Under supervision, evaluates each assigned patient in terms of current or potential problems which pertain to the employee’s discipline, meeting or exceeding established clinical pathways and protocols for best practice.  Seeks guidance in this area as appropriate.

• Under supervision, establishes age specific plan of care and functional goals based on evaluation results, and regularly incorporates other disciplines, patient/family, into treatment planning, documenting the patient/family/caregiver’s understanding of goals, explaining rationale and methods necessary to carry out treatments.  Seeks guidance in this area as appropriate.  

• Under supervision, consistently re-evaluates effectiveness of ongoing therapy, instituting appropriate changes in care plan.  Seeks guidance in this area as appropriate.

• Assesses educational needs of the patient, family, caregiver and provides education to meet those needs.

• Functions as an effective member of the health care team by collaborating appropriately with families, physicians, other rehabilitation staff, nurse case managers, and others within and outside the Lurie Children’s system.

• Participates in assigned clinics, rounds, meetings, annual competencies, MYR and conferences.

• Consistently follows all documentation protocol and format in a legible manner.

• Actively participates in in-services, including planning educational activities for the team as assigned.

• Upgrades own knowledge in pediatric care. Seeks mentorship in a timely manner, as appropriate.

• Meets required departmental productivity standards.

• Supports organizational change initiatives; adapting to a rapidly changing health care environment.

• Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.

• Other job functions as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Successful graduation from an accredited program in Speech-Language Pathology.

• Current SLP temporary license in the State of Illinois.

• Certification in CPR from the American Heart Association by having completed the BLS AED Heartsaver Course.

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Speech Pathology (Required)

(BLS) - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

Pay Range

$76,960.00-$125,840.00 Salary

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan servicing and support

• Adoption benefits

• Backup Childcare and Eldercare

• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

• Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

 

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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