Speech Language Pathologist

University of Wisconsin Madison
$65,449 ANNUAL (12 months)
paid time off
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Nov 09, 2024
Job Summary: The Waisman Center is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge about human development, developmental disabilities, and neurodegenerative diseases throughout the lifespan. One of 15 centers of its kind in the United States, the Waisman Center encompasses laboratories for biomedical and behavioral research, several scientific research cores, and a clinical biomanufacturing facility for the production of pharmaceuticals for early stage human clinical trials. In addition to its research efforts, the Center provides an array of services to people with developmental disabilities, offers numerous educational and outreach programs to young children and their families, and trains scientists and clinicians who will serve our nation in the future. The Clinical Speech Language Pathologist is a staff member of the Developmental Disabilities and Genetics Clinical Services, University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) work unit at the Waisman Center. The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in this role will perform clinic coordinator duties as well as provide both diagnostic and treatment services in the Communication Aids and Systems Clinic (CASC) and other Waisman Center clinics as needed. The Communication Aids and Systems Clinic (CASC) is one of 13 specialty clinics within the Waisman Center. CASC provides augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) evaluation and treatment services to children and adults with complex communication needs across the lifespan. Furthermore, CASC is affiliated with the University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics (UWHC) and provides inpatient AAC consultations as needed at both UWHC and the American Family Children's Hospital (AFCH). The SLP will also provide AAC-oriented consultation to other programs and functions of the Waisman Center, including the LEND program, and may provide community outreach services through the Communication Development Program (CDP). Responsibilities: Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with speech, language, auditory, communicative and swallowing disorders. Provides training, education, and counseling services to caregivers, professionals and students, and may supervise staff. 45% Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with speech, language, auditory, communicative, and swallowing disorders 20% Directs, delivers, and monitors progress of speech therapy for patients 10% Updates patient medical records with treatment plans and progress in accordance with departmental and agency guidelines 5% Develops and facilitates trainings, educational activities and counseling services to caregivers, professionals, and students 5% Contributes to core functions of the University Center for Excellence Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD), including activities of training/teaching, conducting research, disseminating evidence and best practices, and demonstrating model services. 15% Perform clinical administration duties including clinic management, visit, volume monitoring, patient troubleshooting, triaging referrals and related operational clinic needs. Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology. Qualifications: Qualified candidates will have the following required experiences: - Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) - Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Wisconsin in Speech Language Pathology. - Knowledge of and a range of experience with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) - Ability to evaluate and treat individuals with disabilities across the lifespan who can benefit from AAC. Well-qualified candidates will have the following preferred experiences: - 7 or more years of experience as a practicing speech-language pathologist (SLP) - 3 or more years of clinical administrative experience including experience with mentorship, training and supervision - Experience working on an interdisciplinary team. - Experience with individuals who have diverse skillsets, complex disabilities and multiple impairments. - Experience with the prior authorization process, purchase addendums and issues related to funding of AAC services. License/Certification: Required ASHA CCC-SLP - Speech Language Pathology Certification Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) is required. Work Type: Full or Part Time: 50% - 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable Salary: Minimum $65,449 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications Salary is negotiable and will be based on experience and skills. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts and retirement benefits. Additional Information: A Criminal Background Check will be performed. Additionally, a Caregiver Background Check will be conducted. Must complete a health assessment and drug screen in order to be cleared to work in a drug-free workplace. Must complete HIPAA and receive certification within the first 5 days of employment and annually thereafter. Reporting requirements must be completed in a timely manner, including but not limited to effort reporting and outside activities reporting. How to Apply: Please click on the "Apply Now" button to begin the application process. You will be asked to upload a resume, cover letter and a list of three references. Contact: Matthew Mathison mcmathison@wisc.edu 608-263-5671 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Speech Language Pathologist(HS045) Department(s): A34-OVCR/WAISMAN/WAISMAN Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable Job Number: 302470-AS The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. 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