Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Group Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: RNBC - Office Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 1 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits). Summary: The Clinical Fellow in Speech-Language Pathology (CF-SLP) provides speech-language services under the supervision of a certified speech-language pathologist (CCC-SLP), as required by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) standards for Clinical Fellowship. This mentored position serves as a transition from student to independent clinician. The CF engages in evaluation, intervention, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration while receiving structured feedback and direct/indirect supervision throughout the duration of the fellowship. Each exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values of care and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures Other information: Required Job Qualifications: * Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA-accredited program. * Completion of all academic coursework and clinical practicum required by ASHA. * Eligible for temporary licensure in Illinois as a Speech-Language Pathologist. * Strong communication, organizational, and clinical reasoning skills. * Eligibility to begin ASHA Clinical Fellowship. * Demonstrates ICARE values (Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, Excellence) when interacting with patients, families, colleagues, and the healthcare team. * Demonstrates commitment to evidence-based practice and lifelong learning in support of Rush's practitioner-teacher-investigator model * Upholds ASHA's Code of Ethics and follows professional standards of conduct in all clinical and administrative activities. Preferred Job Qualifications: * Prior clinical experience in hospital or medical settings. * Interest in working with medically complex or interdisciplinary teams. Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Responsibilities: * Participates in the evaluation process by identifying the need for services, defining communication or swallowing issues within the scope of SLP practice, helping determine goals, and contributing to treatment priorities. * Collaborates with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members in developing appropriate, patient-centered intervention plans. * Implements intervention plans and provides speech, language, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing therapy using evidence-based practices. * Monitors patient progress to assist in determining whether to continue, modify, or discontinue services in collaboration with the supervising SLP. * Participates in outcome measurement and helps interpret clinical data related to treatment effectiveness. * Maintains productivity expectations as defined by the department and CF program guidelines. * Adheres to all hospital, departmental, and regulatory policies and procedures. * Maintains accurate and timely patient documentation, including evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries, in compliance with supervision and licensure guidelines. * Participates in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing program evaluation activities. * Engages in ongoing self-reflection and professional development to identify areas for growth during the CF experience. * Completes and maintains documentation related to health requirements, licensure, and ASHA CF certification eligibility. * Monitors personal performance and collaborates with CF mentor to address supervisory needs and clinical challenges. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.