Otolaryngology - Speech Pathologist 1

Company: University of Miami
Location: Miami
Posted on: September 16, 2023

Job Description:

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The Department of Otolaryngology at the University of Miami is currently seeking a full time Speech Pathologist 1 to work in Miami, FL. The Speech Pathologist 1 initiates speech and language services for patients enrolled in assigned facilities. The Speech Pathologist 1 also administers speech and language evaluations and therapy services for patients enrolled in applicable school programs. Moreover, the incumbent participates in a multidisciplinary team and takes on administrative duties.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
+ Participates in a multidisciplinary team to propose treatment strategies and achieve functional outcomes.
+ Assists in the developments, plans, and implements a program for generalization of speech and language goals for both home-based and center-based students.
+ Contributes to implementing classroom-based therapy models and techniques to coincide with program philosophy.
+ Coordinates therapy in a natural environment whenever possible.
+ Consults with classroom teachers to implement speech therapy goals in the classroom.
+ Evaluates, plans, and implements the use of assistive technology in classrooms.
+ Initiates the speech language pathology evaluations, quarterly progress notes, Medicaid notes, plans of care, family support plan goals, and final discharge summaries.
+ Participates in the instruction with parents and classroom staff on appropriate communication strategies to facilitate skill generalization.
+ Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Masters Degree in relevant field
Certification and Licensing:
Certification in relevant specialty or field
Experience:
Completion of clinical fellowship and/or 1 year of relevant experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes:
+ Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
+ Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
+ Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
+ Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
+ Commitment to the Universitys core values.
+ Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Department Specific Functions
+ Experience performing and interpreting laryngeal videostroboscopy, acoustics, and aerodynamic measures is required.
+ Maintaining a caseload of voice therapy patients with diverse diagnoses is required.
+ Participation in a multidisciplinary team staffed by specialists in laryngology and voice pathology as well as partners in vocal pedagogy and other medical specialties is required.
+ Participation in academic activities within the specialty of voice and voice disorders is desired.
+ Participation in outreach activities within the specialty of voice and voice disorders is desired.
+ Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
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Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
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Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
Pay Grade:
h86
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