Speech Therapist (Warren)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences•Warren, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This Position is in Warren, AR. Speech Therapist, provides speech-language assessments and treatment using evidence-based techniques in a naturalistic, developmentally appropriate manner. Works collaborative and communicates effectively within the team; engages families as members of the treatment team. KIDS FIRST serves children with special healthcare needs ranging in age from six weeks to five years. In our pediatric day healthcare clinics, children diagnosed as having a medical condition known to place them at risk for developmental delays and disabilities receive intensive intervention.

Requirements

Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
Must have Arkansas license and American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence or be eligible pending completion of Clinical Fellowship Year.

Responsibilities

Participates in multi-disciplinary and department communication, which may include patient care discussion and/or meetings, unit/department clinic/hospital meetings.
Provides education which may include serving as a clinical instructor, serving as a mentor for a clinical observer, providing education to other disciplines within UAMS and/or community.
Documents patient evaluation/treatment/education and submits accurate and timely charges according to regulatory policies.
Provides comprehensive evaluations of patients using appropriate tests/measures based on populations.
Formulates an individualized plan of care. This includes an assessment of speech/language skills and vision/hearing screenings appropriate for the age of the client.
Performs other duties as assigned