Speech Language Pathologist PRN

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Closing Date : 09 / 02 / 2024

09 / 02 / 2024

Type of Position : Other Health Care - Research Support

Job Type : Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift : Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available :

Institution Name : University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

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

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Department : ICE MUSL Speech-Language Pathology

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Summary of Job Duties : Shift may include Holidays and Weekends.

The SLP provides inpatient and / or outpatient speech language pathology specific services that include diagnostic and clinical assessments, screening, development of treatment plans including goals, treatments, and education to patients / caregivers / staff;

communicates with medical multidisciplinary teams, assesses and inputs orders for patient diet texture and liquid viscosity as appropriate, is responsible for documenting and submitting charges for services rendered, and is responsible for documentation of evaluation, treatment, and education per department / insurance / state licensing board / Joint Commission standards.

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) demonstrates knowledge, skills, and competencies required to maintain highest professional standards in the provision of services while providing and ensuring quality patient care and adhering to department / insurance / state licensing board / Joint Commission standards.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders

Arkansas license as a Speech-Language Pathologist or be eligible to obtain licenses within one (1) month from date of hire

ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association), Certificate of Clinical Competence

BLS certification (must obtain certification within 30 days of starting this role)

Preferred qualifications :

One (1) year experience with video fluoroscopy and FEES.

One (1) year adult / acute care experience

Additional Information :

Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Responsibilities :

Performs comprehensive examination of patients using appropriate tests / measures, completes the evaluation, and formulates an individualized plan of care.

Provides evidence based quality patient treatment and education, and monitors patient for physiological status during sessions.

Responsive to needs / requests outside of direct patient care. May include : serving as a clinical instructor, providing presentations, serving on committees / teams, performing program development / projects, developing educational materials, etc.

Completes accurate and thorough clinical documentation in a timely manner following all regulatory policies.

Submits accurate and complete charges and daily summary sheets.

Consistently meets departmental productivity targets.

Provides education to coworkers after attending continuing education that was supported by travel / educational leave, within time limits per department expectations.

Adheres to UAMS / Department policy for attendance; reports for all scheduled shifts on time and completes shift duties.

Preforms other duties as assigned.

Salary Information :

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply :

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Recruitment Contact Information :

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https : / / uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com / UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements : Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

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.

Constant Physical Activity : Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity : Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity : Balancing, Crawling, Crouching, Feeling, Kneeling, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping

Benefits Eligible : No