Illinois Early Intervention Credentialed Speech-Language Pathologist

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• ICG Rehab Services - Chicago, IL 60642To provide medically prescribed speech-language pathology services, which includes evaluations/assessments and treatments, for children ages birth to three who are participating in the Illinois Early Intervention Program. Evaluations/Assessments and treatments are provided in accordance with the physician’s Plan of Care, company policies and professional standards of practice to improve the quality of life.
• Positions
• Available:
• Part-Time: Minimum 10 billable hours per pay period (2 weeks);
• Benefits: Malpractice/Liability Insurance, Continuing Education.
• Fee-For-Service (1099): Minimum 6 billable hours per pay period (2 weeks);
• Benefits: Continuing Education.
• Technical/Professional
• SKILLS: Current knowledge of principles and practices of speech-language pathology. Knowledge of client teaching techniques. Knowledge of home care industry (preferred). Knowledge of pediatric speech-language pathology (preferred).
• JOB
• DUTIES: Perform speech-language pathology evaluations/assessments and treatments under the direction of the physician. Assess the function and effectiveness of the Plan of Care and contact the physician to modify the plan as necessary. Maintain and update client clinical records as required to assure compliance with company policies, state/federal regulations and professional standards of practice. Provide case coordination by communicating with team members both verbally and in writing to ensure quality of care and client satisfaction. Participate in meetings, care conferences and education to ensure quality of care.
• Required
• QUALIFICATIONS: A person who is licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist under the Illinois Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Practice Act (225 ILCS 110). Illinois Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathology Credential. ICG will assist non-credentialed therapists in obtaining their Illinois Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathology Credential.