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Pathologist jobs in Illinois represent one of the most active markets in the Midwest, with consistent demand from academic medical centers, large hospital networks, and independent reference laboratories at every level from newly trained residents to senior attending pathologists. Chicago anchors most of the hiring, with significant volume in Springfield and Peoria as well, and established employers such as Northwestern Medicine, University of Chicago Medicine, and Advocate Health Care maintain ongoing pathologist needs year-round. Forensic pathology, anatomic pathology, and clinical laboratory pathology are the sub-specialties drawing the most Illinois openings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Full-Time & Per Diem
La Bella at Alton
3490 Humbert Road, Alton, IL 62002
Job Types: Full-Time, Per Diem
Work Setting: In-house Subacute Rehabilitation / Skilled Nursing Facility
About Us
La Bella at Alton is seeking compassionate, motivated, and patient-focused Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) to join our rehabilitation team. We are looking for professionals who are passionate about helping residents improve communication, cognitive function, and swallowing abilities while promoting independence, safety, and quality of life.
Whether you are looking for a full-time opportunity or flexible per diem work, we welcome dedicated clinicians who enjoy working collaboratively in a skilled nursing and subacute rehabilitation environment.
Position Summary
The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates, treats, and manages residents with speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing disorders. The SLP develops individualized treatment plans, monitors progress, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to support resident-centered care and successful rehabilitation outcomes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, and swallowing evaluations as clinically indicated.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on residents' needs, goals, and functional abilities.
- Provide skilled speech-language therapy to residents in a subacute rehabilitation and skilled nursing setting.
- Assess swallowing function and provide dysphagia management, including recommendations for diet texture, liquid consistency, compensatory strategies, and safe swallowing techniques as appropriate.
- Treat communication and cognitive deficits related to stroke, neurological conditions, acquired brain injury, and other medical diagnoses.
- Educate residents, families, caregivers, and facility staff on communication strategies, swallowing precautions, and therapeutic recommendations.
- Collaborate with nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, physicians, dietary staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
- Complete evaluations, progress notes, treatment documentation, care plans, and discharge summaries accurately and within required timeframes.
- Monitor resident progress and adjust treatment approaches according to clinical findings and functional outcomes.
- Participate in care conferences and contribute to discharge planning and recommendations for continued services when appropriate.
- Maintain compliance with applicable state and federal regulations, professional standards, facility policies, and documentation requirements.
- Promote resident safety, dignity, independence, and quality of life.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Current Illinois Speech-Language Pathologist license or eligibility to obtain licensure before beginning practice.
- Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred; Clinical Fellowship candidates may be considered if permitted by applicable licensing requirements.
- Experience in a skilled nursing facility, subacute rehabilitation, long-term care, or geriatric setting preferred.
- Knowledge of dysphagia management, cognitive-communication disorders, and rehabilitation best practices.
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work effectively with residents, families, and an interdisciplinary team.
- Commitment to providing compassionate, ethical, and evidence-based care.
Full-Time Opportunity
The full-time SLP will provide consistent therapy services to residents, manage an assigned caseload, complete required clinical documentation, and collaborate with the rehabilitation and nursing teams to support resident outcomes.
- Consistent employment and scheduling.
- Opportunity to build relationships with residents and the interdisciplinary team.
- Meaningful involvement in individualized rehabilitation and discharge planning.
- Compensation and benefits discussed during the hiring process.
Per Diem Opportunity
The per diem SLP will provide coverage based on facility needs, resident caseload, and mutually agreed-upon availability.
- Flexible scheduling based on facility needs and clinician availability.
- Opportunity to supplement an existing position or maintain a flexible work schedule.
- Responsibilities include evaluations, treatment sessions, dysphagia management, and timely documentation as assigned.
- Per diem compensation and scheduling arrangements discussed during the hiring process.
Why Join La Bella at Alton?
- Make a meaningful difference in residents' communication, swallowing safety, cognition, and independence.
- Work in an in-house subacute rehabilitation environment.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team focused on resident-centered care.
- Choose a full-time or per diem opportunity to fit your professional goals.
- Contribute to functional improvements that support residents' quality of life.
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist looking to make a positive impact in a skilled nursing and subacute rehabilitation setting, we encourage you to apply to join the team at La Bella at Alton.
Location:
La Bella at Alton
3490 Humbert Road
Alton, IL 62002
Employment Types: Full-Time and Per Diem
La Bella at Alton is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants in accordance with applicable laws.
Pay: $42.00 - $52.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Pathologist Job Market in Illinois
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Who's Hiring
- Enhance Rehabilitation20
- Evolve Therapy Services8
- Westside Children's Therapy8
- Community Physical Therapy & Associates6
- Renewal Rehab4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pathologist jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois Medical Practice License issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Board certification or eligibility in pathology through the American Board of Pathology
- Completion of an accredited AP, CP, or combined AP/CP residency program
- Doctoral degree in medicine from an accredited medical school
- Demonstrated experience with laboratory information systems and digital pathology platforms
- Strong communication skills for reporting findings to clinical care teams and multidisciplinary conferences
Pathologist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pathologist in Illinois?
To work as a pathologist in Illinois, you must hold an active Medical Practice License issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, which requires completing medical school, finishing a residency in pathology, and passing the required licensing examinations. Most Illinois employers also require board certification through the American Board of Pathology. Fellowship training in a subspecialty such as forensic, molecular, or hematopathology strengthens candidacy for positions at academic and specialty centers.
How much do pathologists make in Illinois?
Pathologists in Illinois earn a median of about $381,770 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $136,990 for the lowest 10% to over $546,740 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pathologists in Illinois?
Employers hiring pathologists in Illinois right now include Enhance Rehabilitation, Evolve Therapy Services, and Westside Children's Therapy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of academic health systems and regional reference laboratories means openings appear across both large integrated networks and independent diagnostic groups.
Which Illinois cities have the most pathologist jobs?
Chicago, Oswego, and Park Ridge have the most pathologist openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the largest share by a wide margin, anchored by its academic medical centers and major hospital networks, while Springfield and Peoria each support regional medical campuses and health systems that require consistent pathology coverage.
Are there remote pathologist jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they are limited. Pathology is largely a hands-on discipline tied to laboratory equipment, tissue specimens, and on-site consultation, which keeps most roles facility-based. About 17% of pathologist openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and the positions that do allow remote work tend to be in digital pathology, telephathology reads, or administrative and medical director roles.
How can I get hired as a pathologist in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a residency position through the National Resident Matching Program at an Illinois training program such as those affiliated with Northwestern, Rush, or UI Health, which counts as structured experience toward licensure and board eligibility. After residency, early-career pathologists often enter staff pathologist or laboratory medical director associate roles at community hospitals or reference labs. Obtaining Illinois IDFPR licensure and sitting for board exams before your first job search gives you a clear edge over candidates still completing those steps.
Where can I find and apply to pathologist jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to pathologist jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from hospitals, health systems, and laboratories across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your training and subspecialty, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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