Clinical Speech Pathologist (PVL # 79040) - Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Posted: Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Education: An advanced degree (Master's Degree or Ph.D.) in Speech Language Pathology (SLP) is required. Expertise and recent experience in the area of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and with children and adults having developmental and acquired disabilities are highly preferred.
License/Certification: Must have current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in SLP and must be licensed or eligible for licensure in SLP in the state of Wisconsin.
Appointment Percentage: 50% - 100%
Full Time Salary Rate: minimum $45,442 (Annual); depending on qualifications
Number of Positions: 1
Qualifications: A minimum of 3 years' experience as a speech-language pathologist is preferred.
- Expertise and experience working with clients of varying ages (children and adults) with diverse, severe disabilities including those with multiple disabilities, acquired disabilities, neurodegenerative diseases, autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and/or cognitive delays and disabilities.
- Expertise and experience with AAC, including speech generating devices (SGD) for the abovementioned individuals.
- Expertise and experience working on interdisciplinary teams serving the above-mentioned individuals, using/implementing/completing: an electronic medical record; required documentation for prior authorization for services and SGD; and SGD and related off-the-shelf, tablet-based applications.
Job Summary:
The Speech Language Pathologist is a staff member of the University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, (UCEDD) Clinical Services unit at the Waisman Center. As part of the Clinical Services unit, the Speech Language Pathologist will provide diagnostic and treatment services in the Communication Aids & Systems Clinic (CASC), at bedside for referred inpatients of UWHC (University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics) and AFCH (American Family Children's Hospital), and participate, consult and/or provide cross coverage in multidisciplinary clinics at the Waisman Center.
Responsibilities include: Provide direct clinical services (CASC)/Communication Development Program (CDP) including AAC focused services as noted above; complete documentation requirements of the UWHC and AFCH using Healthlink (electronic medical record system); complete required documentation for individual clients and program documentation as required by program funder; and independently manage caseload and related activities.
For a complete list of duties and qualifications please see:
http://www.ohr.wisc.edu/WebListing/Unclassified/PVLSummary.aspx?pvl_num=79040
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 your resume, a cover letter explaining your qualifications and three professional references to: Julie Schears at ([email protected]). Please include in CV assessments/tools you utilize or with which you are familiar. Email application materials are preferred; please specify PVL 79040 in the subject line.
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
