Speech Therapist

StartupNWA; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

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Benefits Eligible

Job summary

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences seeks a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate children from birth through adolescence within a multidisciplinary team. The role includes initial and ongoing diagnoses, clinical observations, and developing treatment recommendations in compliance with state and federal regulations.

The position requires a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology, CCC-SLP certification, and experience with Microsoft Office; pediatric experience and EPIC are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• CCC-SLP certification from ASHA required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language evaluations and screenings for birth to adolescence in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to inform diagnosis and treatment recommendations.

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CCC-SLP certification from ASHA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Speech Therapist

Closing Date: 10/05/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

Regular

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Department:

COM | Peds Dennis Development Center

Summary of Job Duties:

The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates children from birth through adolescence in a multidisciplinary team setting. The evaluation may be independent, with a psychological examiner or with a multidisciplinary team. The evaluation is conducted to make initial and ongoing diagnoses, provide second opinions regarding diagnosis, and to provide clinical observations regarding the presence or absence of a developmental disability. This position is governed by speech/language certification regulations, state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Must have a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASLHA).
• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of experience working with a pediatric population.
• EPIC experience.

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Provide speech/language and other developmentally related evaluations or screenings using a variety of standardized instruments and behavioral observations to determine appropriate diagnoses and make recommendations for treatment.
• Conduct chart review, interview of caregivers, consultation with current or previous service providers; as well as clinical observation in structured and unstructured settings in order to facilitate clinical decision making.
• Conduct pure-tone audiometric screenings and/or distortion product otoacoustic emission screenings for the purpose of identifying possible hearing loss and to make appropriate referrals when necessary.
• Consult with other disciplines (i.e., physicians: nurses, clinical social workers, .psychological examiners, psychologists) to discuss evaluation findings and formulate diagnosis and appropriate recommendations for treatment (when applicable).
• As appropriate, compile resource material for families including handouts, website addresses, names and numbers of local providers, and referrals to community agencies.
• Participate in parent and professional staffing to share evaluation results.
• Listen and respond empathetically to the parent’s concerns or questions. Offer options as appropriate.
• Document services provided by billing on the date the patient received the evaluation.
• Complete comprehensive evaluation report in a timely manner in accordance with current DDC policy, with appropriate impressions and recommendations for treatment:
• Serve as a clinical resource to the other disciplines.
• Select and prioritize services based on individual patient needs and referral concerns.
• Provide ongoing consultation to families upon request.
• Serve as a clinical supervisor for student clinicians.
• Participate in ongoing continuing education to maintain clinical competence and professional certification/licensure.
• Participate in work-related task forces to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the clinic and to promote patient safety.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Adult Maltreatment, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, FBI Background Check

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

Hearing, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Benefits Eligible:

Yes