The College of Health Sciences at Midwestern University, Downers Grove Campus, invites applications for a full-time Clinic Coordinator for the Speech-Language Institute within the Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Program.
The Speech-Language Institute (SLI) is the clinical education and service component of the SLP Program. The Clinic Coordinator reports directly to the SLP Program Director and works collaboratively with the Director of Clinical Education. This is a 12-month, full-time, non-tenure-track clinical faculty appointment. Academic rank is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
The Clinic Coordinator provides leadership and coordination for the clinical education activities of the residential SLP Program and oversees the day-to-day operations of the SLI. The position supports high-quality graduate clinical education and client services.
Responsibilities:
- Provide clinical education and supervision to graduate student clinicians.
- Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the SLI, including clinic and client schedules, student assignments, and clinical resources.
- Maintain and develop a diverse client population sufficient to support the clinical education needs of students and appropriate clinical faculty workloads.
- Coordinate client, student, and clinical faculty schedules and assignments in collaboration with the Director of Clinical Education.
- Participate in graduate teaching and clinical education activities based on program needs and areas of expertise.
- Orient and support students, clinical faculty, and adjunct clinical faculty participating in clinical services.
- Oversee clinical documentation and support accurate maintenance of client records, student clinical experiences, and clinical clock hours.
- Provide training and support for the clinic electronic health record (EHR) system and related clinical technologies.
- Ensure clinic operations comply with University policies, accreditation requirements, and applicable professional and regulatory standards.
- Oversee clinical equipment, assessment materials, therapeutic resources, and supplies necessary to support clinical education and client services.
- Develop, review, and implement clinic policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.
- Support community outreach, client recruitment, and the development and promotion of the SLI.
- Collaborate with other healthcare disciplines to support interprofessional clinical education and practice opportunities.
- Facilitate clinical research activities undertaken by students and faculty.
- Engage as an active member of the SLP program and provide service to the program, College, and University.
Qualifications:
- Applicants should hold a master's degree or higher in speech-language pathology, speech-language and hearing sciences, communication sciences and disorders, or a related discipline.
- Certification in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), including the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP), is required.
- Current Illinois licensure or eligibility for Illinois licensure as a speech-language pathologist is required.
- Candidates should have experience in clinical practice and supervision of graduate student clinicians.
- Experience in university-based clinical education, clinic coordination or administration, graduate-level teaching, and EHR systems is preferred. Experience with Epic is particularly desirable.
- Knowledge and understanding of ASHA clinical education and accreditation standards is preferred.
Compensation:
The salary is commensurate with experience. Salary and benefits are highly competitive. Faculty development is supported.
Application Process and Timeline:
Please submit your application packet through Midwestern University's online job board at https://www.midwestern.edu/employment-mwu. Your online application should include:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
Applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. The projected start date is November 30, 2026.
Questions regarding this opening can be directed to Jonathan Wilson, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Program Director, Speech-Language Pathology: jwilso1@midwestern.edu
About Midwestern University:
Midwestern University is an independent institution of higher education committed to the education of healthcare professionals. The University specializes in graduate education in healthcare and allied healthcare professions and includes no undergraduate programs. The Illinois campus is located on a spacious 105-acre campus in Downers Grove, 25 miles west of Chicago, and is home to the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, Chicago College of Pharmacy, College of Dental Medicine, and College of Health Sciences. The SLP program is housed in the College of Health Sciences along with Physician Assistant Studies, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Behavioral Medicine. The Chicago and Chicagoland area offers numerous entertainment and cultural opportunities and an outstanding quality of life.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long-term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts, including healthcare reimbursement and a child/dependent care account. We offer a work-life balance with a competitive time off package including paid holidays, sick/flex days, personal days, and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection, and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us, and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.
Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke-Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.
