Speech Pathologist

Title: Speech Pathologist Employee Classification: Speech Pathologist Campus: University of North Texas Division: UNT-Provost SubDivision-Department: UNT-Col of Publ Affairs & Hlth Sci Department: UNT-Audiology & Speech - Lang Path-135370 Job Location: Denton Salary: Commensurate with experience FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible Position Overview This position is responsible for the supervision of clinical assessment and treatment of Speech‑Language Pathology graduate student clinicians, in addition to the provision of direct assessment and treatment of clinical clients (during semester breaks and/or other times during the work week, as assigned when students are not present). Direct services will be relayed via telepractice or in person in the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, based on each client’s needs. It is expected that direct services will reflect state‑of‑the‑art, evidence‑based clinical practices. Supervision of graduate student clinicians is performed autonomously, under the Clinical Director’s general direction regarding established policies and procedures of the UNT clinic and programmatic expectations of student clinicians. The supervisor determines specific clinical objectives and treatment plans for each client and guides student clinicians toward achieving evidence‑based standards of clinical practice. The supervisor is responsible for guiding and mentoring clinical students in their development of assessment and treatment abilities, clinical paperwork and reporting, and implementation of state‑of‑the‑art, evidence‑based assessment and treatment practices. The supervisor independently plans and carries out clinical assignments, resolves conflicts, coordinates student activities and clinical expectations, and stays informed about clinical policy. The supervisor maintains close contact with, and keeps the clinic director informed of programmatic progress, potential clinical issues, student issues, and other issues of relevance for the UNT Speech and Hearing Center. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in Speech‑Language Pathology and five years of clinical experience, including three years of clinical supervision experience with graduate‑level student clinicians. Experience delivering tele‑practice service. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to work effectively with clients from a variety of backgrounds. Ability to collaborate with others to coordinate the services to the client. Preferred Qualifications Clinical experience with both adult and pediatric populations is preferred as well as experience with Medicare and/or Medicaid documentation. Job Duties Supervision of graduate student clinicians providing in‑person and telepractice treatment and assessment services to UNT Speech and Hearing Center clients. Delivery of assessment and treatment of clinic clients in‑person or via tele‑practice as determined by the clinic director. Actively participate in assisting the Clinic Director and Assistant Clinic Director of the UNT Speech and Hearing Center as well as academic and clinical faculty to accomplish group and individual goals in a productive, cooperative, and collegial manner. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds. Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. Environment Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule Monday‑Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Resume and cover letter required. Benefits For information regarding our Benefits, click here. EEO Statement The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding. #J-18808-Ljbffr