Speech Language Pathologist

Department
BSD PED - Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics

Job Summary
The Section of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics (DBP) is seeking a full-time Speech Language Pathologist to deliver services to children being cared for in our clinical practice. This work may be done both independently as an individual provider establishing their practice and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. In addition, the Speech Language Pathologist may serve as a core interventionist in clinical therapy trials led by the Section of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics.

Responsibilities

• The Speech Language Pathologist will hold an independent clinic for patients with diverse delays and disabilities including, but not limited to: autism spectrum disorder, speech delay, childhood apraxia of speech, developmental articulation disorder, dysphagia, feeding disorder. They will see patients for both initial assessment and ongoing therapies.
• Working either individually or as a team member, evaluates children's age of birth through teenage years with delays or disabilities in independent functioning.
• Deliver services for children cared for within the Early Intervention Outreach Program.
• Interprets physician referrals and conducts a speech and language evaluation of patients with various speech, language, voice, cognitive and swallowing disorders.
• Evaluates children's capabilities, recommends, and provides therapy. Develops and implements individual intervention plans for outpatient therapy and makes additional recommendations to the development of IFSPs and IEPs and 504 plans.
• Provides direct services to support the child's individual development of skills for daily living. Assists the team in the development of appropriate individual goals and objectives supporting maximal therapeutic trajectories appropriate to each child's individual needs.
• Follows treatment programs and goals for improved patient function, participation, and family well-being.
• Participates in case conferences to ensure coordinated and comprehensive plans for care of the child and communicating these plans to the child's family.
• Identifies and arranges for other necessary supports or accommodations required for continued developmental achievements.
• Communicates with other professional staff and the child's family support system to provide continuity of care.
• Collaborates with a variety of individuals, including the sports medicine staff, coaches, administrators, and various offices on campus providing wellness events and services.
• Evaluates patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Master's degree or higher in Speech Language Pathology.

Experience:

• Two years of experience working with children with cognitive and/or physical limitations.
• Two years of experience in the speech therapy field.
• Experience in providing an array of diagnostic and therapeutic services in health centers, home settings and educational programs.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Certification as a State of Illinois Early Intervention Specialist and Evaluator.
• Early Intervention credentialing in Illinois.
• Speech-Language Pathology license issued by the state of Illinois.
• Incumbent may also be required to obtain a license for providing services in Indiana.
• Completion of Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for Speech Therapy (ST) practice and Early Intervention.

Preferred Competencies

• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with students, the parents, and other professionals.
• Ability to develop reports and maintain records.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of settings.
• In depth, up-to-date knowledge of speech therapy, theory and practice, and the legal and ethical issues associated with them.
• Working knowledge of recovery models is preferred for each case.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Working Conditions

• Direct patient contact or clinical care setting.

Applications Documents

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

Job Family
Healthcare & Medical Services

Role Impact
Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours
40

Drug Test Required
Yes

Health Screen Required
Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No

Pay Rate Type
Salary

FLSA Status
Exempt

Pay Range
$80,000.00 - $110,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible
Yes
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.