📢Speech Language Pathologist - SLP - PRN - Home Health - Oak Park

The Speech Language Pathologist at Symbria in Oak Park will establish goals and creatively execute treatment plans, along with developing clinical and educational SLP programs. You'll be part of an interdisciplinary team, maintaining productivity standards and completing necessary documentation while helping patients achieve significant outcomes.

Candidates for the Speech Language Pathologist position at Symbria must be graduates of an accredited Speech Language Pathology program and hold a valid state license. While experience in acute care or rehabilitation is beneficial, it’s not a mandatory requirement.

Yes, the PRN Speech Language Pathologist role at Symbria offers a flexible work schedule, allowing you to create your own hours and manage your time effectively while serving patients within a 30-mile radius.

Symbria provides several exciting benefits for its Speech Language Pathologists, such as participation in a 100% employee-owned company through ESOP, 401(k) plans, and a company-paid Employee Assistance Program to support your personal and professional well-being.

To apply for the Speech Language Pathologist position at Symbria, interested candidates should submit their application directly to the job posting. At Symbria, our talent team handles communications personally, ensuring you have a smooth application process.

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Discuss your methods for professional development such as attending workshops, reading relevant journals, or being part of professional organizations. Emphasize your commitment to implementing evidence-based practices in your work.

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Focus on your problem-solving skills. Discuss your approach to assessing the situation, consulting with colleagues, and modifying treatment plans to better meet the needs of the patient.

Share specific techniques you've employed to engage older adults, such as integrating their interests into therapy or using family involvement when appropriate. This shows you understand the unique challenges of this demographic.

Choose a specific case and articulate the challenges you faced, your approach to addressing them, and the outcome. This demonstrates your critical thinking and capacity to navigate complex situations.

Discuss your organizational skills and the tools you use to ensure timely and accurate documentation. Mention how this is crucial not only for compliance but also for improving patient care.

Speak to your passion for the field. You might mention specific success stories that inspire you or the joy of seeing patients achieve their goals, emphasizing the fulfillment you derive from your work.

Describe how you encourage family involvement, addressing the importance of support systems in a patient's rehabilitation. This could include communication strategies or incorporating family feedback into your treatment approaches.

Outline aspirations for personal growth, whether it’s pursuing advanced certifications, leading workshops, or specializing in specific areas of speech-language pathology. This conveys ambition and a commitment to continuous learning.