Speech Language Pathologist

The Waisman Center is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge about human development, developmental disabilities, and neurodegenerative diseases throughout the lifespan. One of 15 centers of its kind in the United States, the Waisman Center encompasses laboratories for biomedical and behavioral research, a brain imaging center, and a clinical biomanufacturing facility for the production of pharmaceuticals for early stage human clinical trials. In addition to its research efforts, the Center provides an array of services to people with developmental disabilities, offers numerous educational and outreach programs to young children and their families, and trains scientists and clinicians who will serve our nation in the future.

The Clinical Speech Language Pathologist is a staff member of the Developmental Disabilities and Genetics Clinical Services, University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) work unit at the Waisman Center. The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) will provide both diagnostic and treatment AAC services to the Communication Aids and Systems Clinic (CASC) and other Waisman Center clinics as needed. CASC is one of 13 specialty clinics within the Waisman Center. CASC provides augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) evaluation and treatment services to children and adults with complex communication needs across the lifespan. CASC is affiliated with the University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics (UWHC) and provides inpatient AAC consultations as needed at both UWHC and the American Family Children's Hospital (AFCH). The SLP may also provide AAC-oriented consultation to other programs and functions of the Waisman Center UCEDD, offering support and leadership in the implementation of model services, research, training, and dissemination.

• Directs, delivers, and monitors progress of speech therapy for patients

• Updates patient medical records with treatment plans and progress in accordance with departmental and agency guidelines

• Supervises the day-to-day activities of speech pathology and support staff, and resolves personnel issues

• Develops and facilitates trainings, educational activities and counseling services to caregivers, professionals, and students

• Contributes to core functions of the University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) and provides leadership, including activities of training/teaching, conducting research, disseminating evidence and best practices, and demonstrating model services.

• Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with speech, language, auditory, communicative, and swallowing disorders

Department:

Waisman Center

Compensation:

$68,000 minimum; Salary is negotiable and will be based on education, experience and skills. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts and retirement benefits.

• ASHA CCC-SLP - Speech Language Pathology Certification Required

• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the State of Wisconsin in Speech Language Pathology

• Management, clinic coordination and/or leadership experience.

• Experience and knowledge related to providing AAC services.

• Experience supporting individuals across the lifespan with a variety of disabilities who can benefit from AAC.

Education:

A Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology is required.

How to Apply:

Please click on the "Apply Now" button to begin the application process. You will be asked to upload a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references.

Contact Information:

Abram Hopp, abram.hopp@wisc.edu, 608-263-5671. Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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