Speech Pathologist II - CDD

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa in Iowa City is seeking a full-time Speech Pathologist II who will diagnose and provide clinical services for patients with communication disorders, including highly complex cases. This role emphasizes coordination with other professionals and comprehensive documentation to support continuity of care.

The successful candidate will hold a Master's in Speech Pathology, CCC-SLP certification or equivalent, and 3-5 years of relevant experience, complemented by strong written

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech Pathology is required.
• CCC-SLP certification or equivalent qualifications required.
• 3-5 years of directly related experience in Speech Pathology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Equivalent qualifications accepted if certification requirements are met and National Exam passed.

Responsibilities

• Select, administer and interpret diagnostic procedures for differential diagnosis of communication status.
• Coordinate diagnostic results with other professionals for comprehensive care.
• Plan and participate in habilitative and rehabilitative programs and direct clinical work on communication modes.
• Maintain comprehensive patient records and inform other professionals as needed.
• Counsel patients and families regarding management of communication disorders.
• Instruct and supervise graduate students in speech pathology and audiology.
• Train others in speech pathology techniques and procedures.
• Participate in research to develop diagnostic and remedial techniques.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech Pathology

CCC-SLP certification or qualifications equivalent

Job description

The Center for Disabilities and Development is looking to hire a full-time Speech Pathologist II. This position will diagnose and provide clinical services for patients who may or do have a communication disorder or disorders, including those of a highly complex and unusual nature.

Characteristic Duties And Responsibilities

• Select, administer and interpret appropriate diagnostic and/or clinical procedures to provide for differential diagnosis of patients' communication status.
• Coordinate diagnostic results with those from other professions, such as educational, medical, social and behavioral information.
• Plan, direct, conduct or participate in complex habilitative and rehabilitative programs including counseling, guidance and clinical work regarding appropriate modes of communication for a patient.
• Predict potential benefit to patient from clinical work.
• Initiate and maintain functional, comprehensive records concerning each patient.
• Provide information to other professionals regarding status and program needs of patients in order to facilitate continuity of services.
• Counsel patients, families and others concerning the management of the patient's communication disorder including the social and psychological problems associated with it.
• Instruct and supervise graduate students in speech pathology and audiology.
• Train individuals in other professions in speech pathology techniques and procedures.
• Train, schedule, assign and evaluate work of support staff.
• Participate in service training programs in speech pathology and/or related professions.
• Participate in research to develop diagnostic and remedial techniques and procedures for communication disorders and other research pertaining to communication processes.
• Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.

Pay Plan

SEIU Pay Plan | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa

Required Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Speech Pathology is required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology issued by the American Boards of Examiners in Speech Pathology and Audiology of the American Speech and Hearing Association or qualifications equivalent to such certification is required.
• Considerable (3-5 years) directly related experience in Speech Pathology is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• An individual is considered to possess such equivalent qualifications if s/he meets the academic, practicum and supervised experience requirements for certification and has achieved an acceptable score on the National Examination in Speech Pathology.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Speech Pathologist II
• Appointment Type: SEIU
• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

• Pay Level: 9

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Michael Lynch
• Contact Email: [e-mail]