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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 theApply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. 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.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

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• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.

• Must have aCertificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASLHA).

• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of experience working with a pediatric population.

• EPIC experience.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Provide speech/language and other developmentally related evaluations or screenings using a variety of standardized instruments and behavioral observations to determine appropriate diagnoses and make recommendations for treatment.

• Conduct chart review, interview of caregivers, consultation with current or previous service providers; as well as clinical observation in structured and unstructured settings in order to facilitate clinical decision making.

• Conduct pure-tone audiometric screenings and/or distortion product otoacoustic emission screenings for the purpose of identifying possible hearing loss and to make appropriate referrals when necessary.

• Consult with other disciplines (i.e., physicians: nurses, clinical social workers, .psychological examiners, psychologists) to discuss evaluation findings and formulate diagnosis and appropriate recommendations for treatment (when applicable).

• As appropriate, compile resource material for families including handouts, website addresses, names and numbers of local providers, and referrals to community agencies.

• Participate in parent and professional staffing to share evaluation results.

• Listen and respond empathetically to the parent's concerns or questions. Offer options as appropriate.

• Document services provided by billing on the date the patient received the evaluation.

• Complete comprehensive evaluation report in a timely manner in accordance with current DDC policy, with appropriate impressions and recommendations for treatment:

• Serve as a clinical resource to the other disciplines.

• Select and prioritize services based on individual patient needs and referral concerns.

• Provide ongoing consultation to families upon request.

• Serve as a clinical supervisor for student clinicians.

• Participate in ongoing continuing education to maintain clinical competence and professional certification/licensure.

• Participate in work-related task forces to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the clinic and to promote patient safety.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.