Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatric, Child and Family Developmental Services

SCF New Branding 2018; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 88,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcentral Foundation (SCF) seeks a Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatric for outpatient services in Anchorage. The role assesses, diagnoses, and plans care for children with communication and swallowing disorders in center-based settings.

Requirements include an ASHA-accredited degree or a Doctoral degree, Alaska licensure, BLS, and at least one year of experience with children with special needs. Alaska Native/American Indian preference applies; health screenings are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an ASHA-recognized program or Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology/Communication Sciences and Disorders.
• Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in Alaska.
• At least 1 year of experience with children with special needs or disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient clinical speech and language pathology services to customer-owners in center-based settings.
• Assess, diagnose, and establish a plan of care and treatment interventions for communication and swallowing disorders.
• Collaborate with families and care teams to implement effective therapy and monitor progress.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

Speech Language Pathology degree

Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatric, Child and Family Developmental Services

Job Category: Allied Health

Requisition Number: SPEEC007570

• Full-Time

Locations

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K kuyaqa Niltu
Anchorage, AK 99508, USA

Description

Speech & Language Pathologist - Pediatric, Child and Family Developmental Services

Hiring Range: $87,921.60 to $117,235.73

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for outpatient clinical speech and language pathology services to customer-owners in center-based settings to assess, diagnose and establish a plan of care and treatment interventions to assist with communication and swallowing disorder on an individual or group level.

Qualifications:

SCF programs are established to serve a primary population comprised of Alaska Native people who are affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population. Such knowledge is critical to ensure the achievement of SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellness, and mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:

• Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited university or college program recognized by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA); OR a Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders.
• Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist in the State of Alaska.
• One (1) year of experience working with children with special needs, developmental delay, or disability.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. ACLS, NRP, ATLS, ALSO and PALS as required for specialty and any certification relating to the scope of practice as required

Alaska Native/American Indian Preference in Employment:

Pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, as amended, SCF pursues a policy of Alaska Native/American Indian preference in hiring, contracting, and training.

Employee Health Requirements:

To protect the health of customer-owners and employees, Southcentral Foundation (SCF) requires health screenings and immunizations for all new and current employees. SCF's philosophy of care is built on creating and maintaining trusting relationships with customer-owners, and a healthy workforce is an important part of that commitment.

Following SCF's Employee Health Procedure, including all required job-related health screenings and immunizations, is a condition of employment. The procedure is based on the latest scientific evidence and recommendations from public health experts.

New employees must complete all required health screenings and immunizations before their first day of work. Current employees must complete any additional screenings or immunizations that become necessary due to workplace conditions, public health concerns, or newly available vaccines that help protect coworkers and the community.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

BCU Approval

ICPA Approval

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