Speech-Language Pathologist - Research

• Ann & Robert H.
• Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design.
• As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do.
• Ann & Robert H.
• Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S.
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• Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Job Description

The staff member assumes responsibility and accountability for participation as a member of a cochlear implant research team studying language outcomes in individuals with typical hearing and hearing loss. Evaluates language development and organizes and participates in other research activities using band best practice methods. Essential Job Functions: Evaluates each research subject’s language in Spanish and/or English development using standard measures and best practice and following applicable research protocols. Seeks guidance in this area as appropriate. Participate in recruitment of research subjects including obtaining consent for study participation. Assists in scheduling and coordination of research speech and language evaluations. Seeks guidance in this area as appropriate. Participates in medical record data abstraction for research Participates in evaluation of children undergoing non-invasive neuroimaging research evaluations. Participates in clinics, audiology, cochlear implant team meetings relevant to translational research on hearing and language development, as assigned. Upgrades own knowledge in research practices and protocols. Actively participates in in-services, including planning educational activities for the team as assigned. Meets required research team productivity standards. Participates in supervision/instruction of students as assigned. Participates in orientation of new staff and support staff as assigned. Supports organizational change initiatives; adapting to a rapidly changing health care environment. Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others. Other job functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Successful graduation from an accredited Speech-Language program. Current License or proof of eligibility and submission for license in the State of Illinois. Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech Pathology from the American Speech and Hearing Association within first 90-days of start. Certification in CPR from the American Heart Association by having completed the BLS AED Heartsaver Course.