Speech Language Pathologist - Travel Contract

Join our team as a travel Speech-Language Pathologist providing home health services in Oak Brook, IL. Deliver comprehensive speech-language pathology care including evaluation, treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, communication-device recommendations, patient and caregiver education, and documentation of progress. Work collaboratively with physicians and interdisciplinary staff to ensure a coordinated Plan of Care that supports patient functional independence.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology from ASHA, or CCC-eligible with progress toward certification.
• Current state SLP license required to start the assignment in Illinois.
• Proof of current CPR certification.
• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in speech-language pathology.
• Experience with home health environments required or demonstrated through prior home care work. (Client specific requirement.)
• Experience with HCHB, OASIS, and home health documentation systems required. (Client specific requirement.)
• Ability to travel locally and perform duties that may include heavy lifting, prolonged standing and walking, and manual dexterity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising home health aides related to the speech-language therapy Plan of Care.
• Experience recommending and implementing communication devices and aids.

Assignment Details

• On-call required as requested; on-call needs are subject to change based on branch and staffing needs.
• Must be able to float to other locations as needed.
• Expected weekly productivity: 30 units; typical productivity/units target: 6 units per week.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

Benefits available to travelers include comprehensive medical options, 401(k) matching, recruiter support, referral bonuses, housing assistance options, and travel and license reimbursement. Details will be provided by recruitment staff.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide direct speech-language pathology services in patient homes to address communication and swallowing disorders. Conduct evaluations, establish and implement Plans of Care, document progress, educate patients and caregivers, recommend assistive devices, participate in case conferences, and refer for additional services when appropriate. Maintain clinical competency and meet continuing education requirements.

Location Highlights

Oak Brook sits near major suburban and recreational amenities within commuting distance to Chicago. The area is minutes from Oakbrook Center shopping and dining, approximately 20 miles west of downtown Chicago with convenient access to I-88 and I-294. Nearby attractions include the Morton Arboretum (about 15 miles), Brookfield Zoo (about 12 miles), and local forest preserves offering hiking and outdoor recreation, providing a suburban lifestyle with easy access to urban cultural venues and transit corridors.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. The employer is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.