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Chicago, Illinois

Speech Language Pathologist - PRN

Speech-Language PathologistIncludes weekendsPer Diem

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Job Description

Your voice has power. Help others find theirs.

Imagine using your skills as a Speech Language Pathologist not just to treat—but to transform. At Plum Creek Chicago in Chicago, IL, we’re looking for a PRN SLP who’s passionate about unlocking communication, dignity, and joy for the older adult population.

If you love the idea of blending clinical excellence with heart—and being part of a supportive, forward-thinking team—this is your calling.

Interested in learning more or setting up a quick phone conversation? Email: jtyler@symbria.com Careers: symbria.com Ready to learn more? Book time with Jessica Tyler

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New grads are encouraged to apply! We provide mentorship, training, and hands-on experience to help you grow in your career.

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Responsibilities

  • As a PRN SLP on our rehab team, you'll:
  • Create personalized treatment plans that spark progress and purpose
  • Collaborate with a vibrant interdisciplinary crew who values your input
  • Encourage, coach, and celebrate every win—big or small
  • Drive clinical programs that support speech, cognition, and swallowing function
  • Meet documentation and productivity standards (yes, it’s part of the job—but we promise, you won’t be drowning in paperwork)
  • And above all, you’ll give voice back to those who need it most.

Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited Speech Language Pathology program
  • A current SLP license in the state of OH
  • A flexible schedule (some weekends included)

Bonus points if you have experience in acute care, long-term care, or rehab—but if you’re eager to learn, we’ll support your growth!

Why You'll Love It Here

Because at Symbria, you’re not just an employee—you’re an owner.

Yes, really. We’re a 100% employee-owned company, which means your success is everyone’s success. And after 20+ years of building an employee-first culture, we’ve learned a thing or two about making people feel valued and heard.

What’s in It for You

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Get a stake in the future you’re building
  • 401(k) options with both Pre-tax and Roth
  • Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – because we care about your well-being
  • A workplace that feels more like a community than a company

Ready to Join Us?

We’d love to hear from you! Apply directly and connect with our in-house Symbria Talent Team. No third-party recruiters here—just real humans who are excited to welcome you aboard.

Symbria is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diversity and inclusion aren’t buzzwords here—they’re how we build stronger teams and better care.

Symbria’s Talent Team handles candidate communication directly rather than utilizing outside agencies; if interested in this role, direct application to the job posting and contact with a Symbria talent team member is recommended.

All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.

Key Skills

Clinical Treatment PlanningInterdisciplinary CollaborationCognitive TherapySwallowing Function TherapyPatient CareRehabilitation

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 50 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 42% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top contract/1099 Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

43 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution37 jobs · 32 employers

11
<$105k
9
$105k-125k
6
$125k-145k
10
$145k-165k
1
$166k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks39 jobs · 32 employers

401k / retirement match
90% this job
CME allowance
49%
Sign-on bonus
13%
Loan repayment
10%
Relocation assistance
5%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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Thera Peds · Conifer, Colorado

$65-$80/hr
#2

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Thera Peds · Pawtucket, Rhode Island

$61.5-$75.75/hr
#3

Speech Therapist, SLP, Fl

$65-$75/hr
#4

Speech Therapist

$65-$75/hr
+ 41 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 2.8
Better work-life than 40% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,882 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Chicago

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$356k
Typical market rent
$2,342/mo
Residents’ average commute
33 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k) options
Company-paid EAP
Mentorship program