Speech Language Pathologist - Acute Rehab Unit - Days
Company: Endeavor Health
Location: Rolling Meadows
Posted on: February 27, 2026
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Job Description:
Hourly Pay Range: $35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered
is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience,
among other factors. Job Description Position Highlights: Position:
Speech Language Pathologist - Per Diem - Acute Rehab Unit - Days
Location: Main Hospital, Arlington Heights, IL Per Diem - Must be
able to work at least 2 Saturdays per month Hours: 7:00am- 4:30pm
Required Travel: no What you will do: Demonstrates the knowledge
and skills necessary to assess, treat, and care for patients in
assigned area. Implements assessment/treatment/care based on the
developmental stages of the patient. Interprets verbal and
nonverbal communication of the patient. Evaluates patient utilizing
techniques/tests appropriate to the patient type including
assessment of articulation, expressive and receptive language,
cognition, memory, voice, reading and writing ability, and
swallowing. In accordance with patient evaluations, establishes
treatment plan which specifies treatment goals and treatment
modalities that will assist the patient to regain function.
Administers and instructs patients in performance of all aspects of
the treatment plan, assessing the effectiveness and modifying as
necessary. Performs bedside/clinical swallowing evaluations.
Performs Video fluoroscopic swallowing evaluations and
interpretations in conjunction with Radiology (IP/OP only).
Prepares and completes all patient records, billing and
documentation according to departmental guidelines. Communicates
and works in cooperation with physicians, nursing and other
hospital staff to provide optimal patient care. Involves the
patient, family and caregivers in the plan of care, including
post-discharge planning. Conducts patient/family education sessions
and provides home programs considering the developmental needs of
the patient. May assist with supervision of paraprofessional staff,
students and volunteers as directed; delegates tasks and monitors
performance of tasks to ensure they are completed correctly.
Utilizes correct body mechanics. Adheres to hospital and
departmental safety precautions and infection control procedures in
order to maintain a safe patient care and working environment.
Assists with planning and conducting in-service programs and
participates in staff meetings, rehab conferences and educational
programs. Attends all mandatory in-services. Assumes
responsibility, as assigned, for overall departmental functioning
in absence of supervisor. Assumes responsibility for own
professional growth, keeps abreast of developments in the field of
Speech/Language Pathology and incorporates approved developments in
treatment and evaluation plans. Participates in departmental
Quality Assurance Program and special assignments as requested.
Various levels may have additional Features What you will need: The
completion of a degree in Speech/Language Pathology or the
equivalent Current Illinois licensure or eligibility. American
Speech/Language Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical
Competence or eligibility CPR certification from American Heart
Association Benefits: Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday
and more based on an employee?s job Incentive pay for select
positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development Free
Parking Retirement Options with Company Match Community Involvement
Opportunities Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare
delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant,
community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million
residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than
25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver
transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home
across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care
hospitals ? Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook
(Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights)
Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) ? all recognized as Magnet hospitals
for nursing excellence. For more information, visit
www.endeavorhealth.org . When you work for Endeavor Health, you
will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to
achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.
Please explore our website ( www.endeavorhealth.org ) to better
understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to ?help
everyone in our communities be their best?. Endeavor Health is
committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to
individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page
for more information. Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the
core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other
with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength
resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide
community-connected healthcare for all. EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual
Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National
Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.
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