SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST 1 (FULL-TIME, DAYS, FIXED DURATION)
Apply NowCompany: University of Washington
Location: Seattle, WA 98115
Description:
UW Medical Center-Montlake - Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery Clinic has an outstanding opportunity for a SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST 1.
WORK SCHEDULE
- FULL-TIME; 1.0 FTE; 40 HOURS/WEEK
- Day Shift
- FIXED DURATION (tentatively through end of February 2025)
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
UW Medicine Rehabilitation - Our multidisciplinary team is centered around compassion and innovation. We work closely with many types of specialists to give each patient the best possible path to recovery. Our passion and dedication to our purpose has allowed us to be recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehabilitation programs in the nation. Become part of our team and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community!
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Administer treatments as determined by the evaluation in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury
Assist patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities
Assist to develop clinical programs for optimum patient care and service
Participate in operational aspects, performance improvement, and Quality Improvement activities within the department
Ensure that patient charges and documentation are accurate and entered on a timely basis
Participate in infection control, equipment training, compliance, safety and educational programs, both at the departmental and organizational level
Other opportunities include community outreach and education as well as clinical research in collaboration with other speech pathologists and/or physicians
Perform other related duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Licensed by the State of Washington as a Speech Language Pathologist.
- A Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology or Communicative Disorders.
OR Documentation of American Speech-Language-Hearing Association approved equivalent to the Master's degree consisting of approved curriculum and student practicum hours.
AND A Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
- Two years of experience as a speech pathologist, audiologist, or equivalent is preferred.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit's light rail station across the street.
Excellence. Exploration. Education. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
WORK SCHEDULE
- FULL-TIME; 1.0 FTE; 40 HOURS/WEEK
- Day Shift
- FIXED DURATION (tentatively through end of February 2025)
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
UW Medicine Rehabilitation - Our multidisciplinary team is centered around compassion and innovation. We work closely with many types of specialists to give each patient the best possible path to recovery. Our passion and dedication to our purpose has allowed us to be recognized by the U.S. News & World Report as one of the top rehabilitation programs in the nation. Become part of our team and join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community!
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Administer treatments as determined by the evaluation in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following disease or injury
Assist patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities
Assist to develop clinical programs for optimum patient care and service
Participate in operational aspects, performance improvement, and Quality Improvement activities within the department
Ensure that patient charges and documentation are accurate and entered on a timely basis
Participate in infection control, equipment training, compliance, safety and educational programs, both at the departmental and organizational level
Other opportunities include community outreach and education as well as clinical research in collaboration with other speech pathologists and/or physicians
Perform other related duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Licensed by the State of Washington as a Speech Language Pathologist.
- A Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology or Communicative Disorders.
OR Documentation of American Speech-Language-Hearing Association approved equivalent to the Master's degree consisting of approved curriculum and student practicum hours.
AND A Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
- Two years of experience as a speech pathologist, audiologist, or equivalent is preferred.
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE
UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit's light rail station across the street.
Excellence. Exploration. Education. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at [redacted] or [redacted].
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.