SPEECH THERAPIST REGISTRY HOME HEALTH

LOCATION: CHICAGO NORTH

HOURS: DAYS

Position Highlights:1. Therapists working with Advocate at Home enjoy having their own enterprise with a backing of a reputable stable and values driven organization.2. As part of a dynamic clinical team within Advocate`s vast integrated health care organization home health offers the therapist the opportunity to work independently to assess and address the mobility safety communication and equipment needs of our patients.3. As case managers our therapists are able to establish strong relationships with patients and families and consult with physicians and other health care providers as necessary.WHAT YOU WILL NEED:* Licensed in State of Illinois (or eligible for licensure)* Has completed a CFY* Able to demonstrate compliance with state continuing education requirements* 1 year of clinical experience or demonstration of strong spectrum of clinical affiliation experience* Basic knowledge of computer use (i.e. Microsoft Word email access and use)* Ability to learn and use computer based scheduling and documentation system* Ability to communicate professionally both verbally and through written reports with strong documentation skills* Good interpersonal skills* Good time management and self-organization skills* Proficient use of all home-based therapy equipment and assistive devices (balls bands weights Hoyer lifts etc)* Licensed as Speech Therapist in the State of Illinois. Clinical competence certificate issued by the American Speech and Hearing Association. Extensive travel within geographical boundaries in all extremes of weather and on all types of roads including expressways. Must be able to provide/arrange own transportation to and from patient`s homes and branch office.* Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays.* Requires adherence to scheduled days and hours of work based on commitment to patient/client and work load assigned.* Ability to attend mandatory informational/education/branch mtgs

COMPENSATION: $48.00 per hour

We want our teammates and their families to Live Well. To accompany base pay, we offer a casual benefits package including

• Competitive Pay
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Mileage reimbursement