Home Health Speech Therapist | Chicago, IL

Position Overview

Safe Life Home Health Care, LLC, established in 2010 and a cornerstone in Chicago’s community-based healthcare, is seeking a Speech Therapist to provide professional speech therapy services. In this role you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team and follow a plan of care in accordance with agency policies.

Location: Chicago, IL | Type: Contract, Part-time, PRN, Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Assists the physician in evaluating patients’ level of function and establishing treatment plans and goals.
• Performs initial evaluations within 48 hours of referral and re-evaluations every 30 days as appropriate, coordinating with the physician.
• Prepares clinical and progress notes along with required summaries.
• Revises treatment plans and communicates any changes to the physician.
• Advises and consults with patients’ families and other healthcare staff.
• Coordinates care with the agency Director of Nursing and other staff.
• Observes, records, and reports any changes in the patient’s condition.
• Instructs patients and/or families in the use of equipment, safe patient management, and home therapy programs.
• Communicates effectively with patients, caregivers, families, and agency staff.
• Ensures all tasks are performed in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Speech Therapist by the state of Illinois.
• At least one-year of Home Health Care clinical experience.
• Valid car with proof of insurance coverage.
• Up-to-date TB test, CPR certification, and other required credentials.
• Ability to read and interpret patient care instructions.
• Effective multitasking and prioritization skills.
• Willingness to travel to patients’ residences as needed.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance