Speech Therapist (Pine Bluff)

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. This Position is in Pine Bluff, 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

Benefits

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees