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Hiring Department: UICOMP-Pediatrics
Location: Peoria, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1042305
Posting Close Date: 10/22/2026
Salary: $70,000 to $100,000 per year
The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks candidates for the position(s) of Speech-Language Pathologist in the Department of Pediatrics.
About the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria
The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is a regional campus of one of the largest public medical schools in the United States. We are known for having small class sizes and exceptional faculty mentorship. This allows UICOMP students to excel under a rigorous curriculum. In collaboration with our hospitals and clinical partners, UICOMP Faculty members provide care to more than 45,000 patients each year. In addition, they contribute to medical education and training for more than 260 students, and more than 300 physician residents and fellows annually. UICOMP healthcare partners include Jump Simulation, a world-class leader in healthcare simulation and innovation, as well as OSF Saint Medical Center, OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois, and Carle Health Greater Peoria. UICOMP is also part of an R1 research institute with translational research focusing on Alzheimer's dementia and oncology.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
The Section of Child Development and Rehabilitation in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is seeking to add a Speech-Language Pathologist to the program. The Speech-Language Pathologist will work with developmental-behavioral pediatrics, neurodevelopmental pediatrics, advanced practice registered nurses in child development, social work, dietitians, nurses, and other clinical staff to provide comprehensive care to patients with intellectual, developmental, and neurodevelopmental disabilities. The Child Development and Rehabilitation program is an active program working in the areas of autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, pediatric feeding disorders, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, congenital heart disease, neurodevelopmental follow-up, Down syndrome, and other genetic syndromes.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide developmentally appropriate evaluation, goal setting, and treatment recommendations for children who have swallowing-feeding disorders.
- Perform comprehensive feeding and swallowing evaluations for children with developmental, neurological, genetic, and medical conditions.
- Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals based on evidence-based practices.
- Provide safe, effective, and ongoing speech-language and feeding therapy.
- Assess oral motor skills, sensory processing related to feeding, swallowing safety, and mealtime behaviors.
- Document treatment provided in the electronic medical record and provide timely and accurate information to other treatment team members.
- Develop and implement individualized feeding intervention plans to improve oral intake, food variety, chewing, swallowing, and mealtime participation.
- Collaborate with physicians, dietitians, psychologists, social workers, and nursing staff to provide comprehensive feeding care.
- Educate families on safe feeding techniques, positioning, texture modifications, pacing strategies, and home exercise programs.
- Monitor nutritional concerns and communicate recommendations to the interdisciplinary team.
- Teach medical students, Speech-Language Pathology students, residents, and fellows in pediatrics, nurse practitioner students, and nurse fellows.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must possess at least a Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology Therapy
- Valid State of Illinois Speech-Language Pathologist license
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech Language-Hearing Association
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD preferred
- Clinical experience in pediatric dysphagia, infant feeding, or medical home health
To apply, please visit this job listing on the UIC Job Board at, scroll towards the bottom of the page and click, “Apply Now”.
You may be redirected to log into, or to create a new account.
For fullest consideration, please apply by 8/14/2026.
The budgeted salary range for the position is $70,000 to $100,000 per year.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Clinical Associate (Speech-Language Pathologist)
Hiring Department: UICOMP-Pediatrics
Location: Peoria, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1042305
Posting Close Date: 10/22/2026
Salary: $70,000 to $100,000 per year
The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks candidates for the position(s) of Speech-Language Pathologist in the Department of Pediatrics.
About the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria
The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is a regional campus of one of the largest public medical schools in the United States. We are known for having small class sizes and exceptional faculty mentorship. This allows UICOMP students to excel under a rigorous curriculum. In collaboration with our hospitals and clinical partners, UICOMP Faculty members provide care to more than 45,000 patients each year. In addition, they contribute to medical education and training for more than 260 students, and more than 300 physician residents and fellows annually. UICOMP healthcare partners include Jump Simulation, a world-class leader in healthcare simulation and innovation, as well as OSF Saint Medical Center, OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois, and Carle Health Greater Peoria. UICOMP is also part of an R1 research institute with translational research focusing on Alzheimer's dementia and oncology.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
The Section of Child Development and Rehabilitation in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is seeking to add a Speech-Language Pathologist to the program. The Speech-Language Pathologist will work with developmental-behavioral pediatrics, neurodevelopmental pediatrics, advanced practice registered nurses in child development, social work, dietitians, nurses, and other clinical staff to provide comprehensive care to patients with intellectual, developmental, and neurodevelopmental disabilities. The Child Development and Rehabilitation program is an active program working in the areas of autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, pediatric feeding disorders, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, congenital heart disease, neurodevelopmental follow-up, Down syndrome, and other genetic syndromes.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide developmentally appropriate evaluation, goal setting, and treatment recommendations for children who have swallowing-feeding disorders.
- Perform comprehensive feeding and swallowing evaluations for children with developmental, neurological, genetic, and medical conditions.
- Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals based on evidence-based practices.
- Provide safe, effective, and ongoing speech-language and feeding therapy.
- Assess oral motor skills, sensory processing related to feeding, swallowing safety, and mealtime behaviors.
- Document treatment provided in the electronic medical record and provide timely and accurate information to other treatment team members.
- Develop and implement individualized feeding intervention plans to improve oral intake, food variety, chewing, swallowing, and mealtime participation.
- Collaborate with physicians, dietitians, psychologists, social workers, and nursing staff to provide comprehensive feeding care.
- Educate families on safe feeding techniques, positioning, texture modifications, pacing strategies, and home exercise programs.
- Monitor nutritional concerns and communicate recommendations to the interdisciplinary team.
- Teach medical students, Speech-Language Pathology students, residents, and fellows in pediatrics, nurse practitioner students, and nurse fellows.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must possess at least a Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology Therapy
- Valid State of Illinois Speech-Language Pathologist license
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech Language-Hearing Association
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD preferred
- Clinical experience in pediatric dysphagia, infant feeding, or medical home health
To apply, please visit this job listing on the UIC Job Board at, scroll towards the bottom of the page and click, “Apply Now”.
You may be redirected to log into, or to create a new account.
For fullest consideration, please apply by 8/14/2026.
The budgeted salary range for the position is $70,000 to $100,000 per year.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Clinical Pathologist
Verify your ECFMG certification before applying
Foreign medical graduates need ECFMG certification before a U.S. employer can file a PERM petition on your behalf. Confirm your certification is current and your credentials are authenticated before you start targeting sponsoring employers.
Target academic medical centers and reference labs
Hospital pathology departments at academic medical centers and national reference laboratories file PERM petitions more consistently than community hospitals. These institutions have established immigration counsel and structured sponsorship pipelines for pathologist roles.
Use Migrate Mate to find green card sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 filing history for clinical pathologist positions. Filtering by PERM sponsorship history saves you from pursuing employers who have no track record of sponsoring foreign professionals.
Confirm prevailing wage classification before accepting an offer
Your employer must file an OFLC Wage Search determination before submitting your PERM application. Confirm the offered salary meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic location to avoid a PERM denial.
Understand the EB-2 versus EB-3 distinction for your credentials
Pathologists with an MD and board certification typically qualify under EB-2 as advanced-degree professionals. If your employer files under EB-3 instead, your priority date may face a longer backlog for certain nationalities, so clarify the category before PERM is filed.
Track your PERM audit risk during recruitment
DOL audits a percentage of PERM applications and scrutinizes whether the employer genuinely tested the labor market. Ensure your employer documents all recruitment steps during the mandatory 180-day advertising window, as gaps in that record are a common audit trigger.
Green Card Clinical Pathologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do clinical pathologist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Clinical pathologist positions qualify for both categories. EB-2 applies to advanced-degree professionals, which covers most pathologists holding an MD and board certification in anatomic or clinical pathology. EB-3 covers professionals with a U.S.-equivalent bachelor's degree or higher. Your employer selects the category when filing, and the choice affects your priority date and backlog timeline depending on your country of birth.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a clinical pathologist?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to an annual lottery, while PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no cap lottery at the EB-3 level. The PERM process requires your employer to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, which takes roughly 12 to 18 months before USCIS even reviews your I-140 petition. The timeline is longer, but the outcome is a permanent green card, not a renewable temporary status.
What documents should a foreign-trained pathologist prepare before a PERM petition is filed?
You'll need ECFMG certification, your medical degree with a credential evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency, board certification documentation from ABPATH or an equivalent body, and any state medical licensure. Your employer's immigration attorney will request these to establish your qualifications meet the PERM job requirements. Having authenticated copies ready before your employer begins the recruitment phase prevents delays.
How can I find clinical pathologist jobs where employers actively sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for clinical pathologist roles at employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 filing history. Because PERM sponsorship requires a substantial employer commitment, targeting hospitals and labs with a proven track record is more efficient than applying broadly and asking about sponsorship during interviews.
Can a pathologist on a J-1 waiver pursue PERM green card sponsorship at the same time?
If you're fulfilling a J-1 visa waiver obligation through a Conrad 30 or federal agency waiver, your employer can initiate PERM recruitment during your service period, and USCIS allows concurrent I-140 filing once PERM is certified. The five-year waiver service requirement doesn't prevent your employer from starting the process early, which matters given PERM and I-140 adjudication typically take 18 to 24 months before you can file for adjustment of status.