Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - $2,886 per week in Urbana, IL

Job Title: Speech-Language Pathologist Profession: SLP Specialty: Pediatrics Duration: 26-week contract Shift: Day Hours per Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Experience: Minimum years of experience not specified License: Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (Illinois) Certifications: BLS - AHA Must-Have: - Speech Language Pathology - Licensed SLP (IL) - BLS - AHA Description: Evaluates and treats patients of all ages. Serves as a role model in the delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students. Collects case history information and integrates information from patients, families, caregivers, teachers, relevant others, and other professionals. Selects and administers appropriate evaluation procedures to meet patient needs. Recognizes the needs, values, preferred mode of communication, and cultural/linguistic background of the patient, family, caregivers, and relevant others. Conducts assessment procedures for speech and language pathology. Selects, develops, and uses appropriate materials and instrumentation for prevention and intervention. Develops and implements a setting-appropriate plan of care with measurable and achievable goals that meet patients' needs. Collaborates with patients and relevant others in the planning process. Interprets, integrates, and synthesizes all information to develop a treatment plan and make appropriate recommendations for intervention. Evaluates patients with speech and feeding-related impairments. Administers standardized testing to assess level of function compared to age-related norms. Assesses feeding and swallowing impairments. Educates patients and caregivers on home programs and activities. Coordinates with pediatric PT/OT on treatment interventions. Completes daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR. Completes annual requirements as per therapy clinical ladder for senior status, which includes supervision of students, completing an approved project, and one in-service training.