Clinical Speech Pathologist (PVL # 78207) - Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Education:  An advanced degree (Master's Degree or Ph.D.) in Speech Language Pathology is required. Expertise with a specialization in the area of developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorders is highly preferred.

License/Certification:  Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Wisconsin in Speech Language Pathology.

Appointment Percentage:  50% - 100%

Full Time Salary Rate:  minimum $45,445 (Annual); depending on qualifications

Number of Positions:  1

Qualifications:  A minimum of 3 years' experience as a speech-language pathologist providing speech and language assessments and treatment for children with a variety of developmental disabilities is highly preferred.

Expertise and experience working with clients of varying ages (children and adults) with diverse, severe disabilities and multiple impairments, including: autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, genetic disorders individuals with speech delays, those who need augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and deaf or hard of hearing is preferred.

Job Summary:

The Speech Language Pathologist is a staff member of the University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, (UCEDD) Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Unit at the Waisman Center. As part of the MCH unit, the speech/language pathologist will provide diagnostic and treatment services and training of students primarily within the Developmental Disabilities clinical program, which includes the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Clinic, Feeding Clinic, Newborn Follow-up Clinic, Down syndrome clinic, Communication Aids and Systems Clinic and provide consultation to other programs and functions of the Waisman Center.

Responsibilities include:  Provide clinical speech language pathology to individuals and families, complete and conduct formal and informal assessments for individuals across the lifespan, provide clinical supervision and educational experiences to graduate students, provide consultation and technical assistance to staff of community-based agencies in areas related to developmental disabilities.

For a complete list of duties and qualifications please see:
http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/WebListing/Unclassified/PVLSummary.aspx?pvl_num=78207

We offer an excellent benefits package as well as a competitive salary based on qualifications.

How to Apply:

E-mail applications are preferred. Please send a current comprehensive resume/CV and a detailed cover letter describing your qualifications and refer to PVL 78207 - Clinical Speech Language Pathologist in the subject line to Julie Schears at ([email protected]). Please include detailed information regarding assessment tools and evaluations that you are knowledgeable about or utilize in your resume/CV.

Julie Schears, Senior Outreach Specialist
e-mail:  [email protected]
Waisman Center
1500 Highland Ave., Room S101F, Madison, WI 53705-2274

To ensure consideration, applications must be received by April 14, 2014.

Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding applicants and nominees must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality.

The UW-Madison is an EEO/AA Employer. A criminal background check will be conducted.