Fellow – Speech & Language Pathology (Part-Time) – 991452

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Job Title:
Fellow – Speech & Language Pathology (Part-Time) -
991452

Location:
Fort Lauderdale-Davie, Florida

Work Type:
Part Time with Partial
Benefits

Job Category:
Non-Exempt

Hiring Range:

Pay
Basis:

Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding?:
Yes

Essential Job
Functions:
1. Conducts thorough evaluations of swallowing function using clinical exams and instrumental assessments.
2.
Diagnoses the nature and severity of swallowing impairments and dysarthria in patients using standardized and perceptual assessments.
3.
Designs and implements individualized treatment plans for patients with dysphagia and dysarthria.
4. Regularly monitors patient progress
and adjusts treatment plans based on clinical outcomes.
5. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, dietitians,
occupational therapists, and nursing staff, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
6. Educates patients, caregivers, and healthcare
professionals on strategies for managing dysphagia and dysarthria.
7. Maintains accurate clinical records and prepares detailed reports
summarizing diagnoses, treatment outcomes, and recommendations.
8. Ensures compliance with healthcare regulations, ethical standards, and
patient confidentiality guidelines.
9. Incorporates current research and evidence-based practices into the treatment of swallowing and
motor speech disorders.
10. Participates in continuing education and supervision sessions to expand clinical expertise and receive
feedback from mentors.
11. Completes other projects as required.
12. Performs other duties as assigned or
required.

Marginal Job Functions:

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
Knowledge:

1. Proficient knowledge of disorders such as Dysphagia and Dysarthria.
2. Knowledge in the theoretical and practical paradigms of
field of expertise.
3. General knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for
individuals and groups.
4. English Language – Thorough knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the
meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Skills:
1. Speaking – Advanced skills in talking to others to
convey information effectively.
2. Reading Comprehension – Proficient understanding of written sentences and paragraphs in work related
documents.
3. Writing – Proficient skills in communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
4.
Learning Strategies – Proficient skills in selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation
when learning or teaching new things.
5. Active Listening – Proficient skills in giving full attention to what other people are saying,
taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
6. Active
Learning – Proficient skills in understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and
decision-making.
7. Critical Thinking – Proficient skills in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of
alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
8. Complex Problem Solving – Proficient skills in identifying complex
problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
9. Computing – technical skills with
basic computing software and programs.
Abilities:
1. Deductive Reasoning – The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to
produce answers that make sense.
2. Inductive Reasoning – The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or
conclusions (including finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
3. Problem Sensitivity – The ability to tell when
something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
4. Organized -
The ability to maintain and coordinate across multiple calendars while adhering to various college and university policies.
5. Diversity
sensitivity – The ability to be inclusive, embracing diverse students and colleagues working relations with respect, dignity, and
equality.
6. Confidential – The ability to handle student and university data with confidentiality and with absolute discretion.
7.
Collegial – The ability to cooperate congenially with College and University administration, co-workers, staff, students, and other
university personnel.
8. Ability to complete fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing and modified barium swallow
studies.
Physical Requirements and Working Environment:
1. Speech Recognition – Must be able to identify and understand the speech of
another person.
2. Speech Clarity – Must be able to speak clearly so others can understand you.
3. Near Vision – Must be able to see
details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
4. Travel – Must be able to travel on a daily and/or overnight basis.
5.
May be required to work nights or weekends.
6. May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing
in performance of job duties.
7. May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not
limited to pens, pencils, and computer keyboards.

Job Requirements:

Required
Certifications/Licensures:

Required Education:
Masters’ degree

Major (if
required):
Speech Language Pathology

Required Experience:
Previous training in the evaluation and
treatment of dysphagia and dysarthria in neurological diseases.

Preferred Qualifications:
1. Experience working
with individuals with neurodegenerative diseases.
2. Previous research experience.

Is this a safety sensitive
position?
No

Background Screening Required?
Yes

Pre-Employment
Conditions:

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make
reasonable accommodation when necessary.