Speech Therapist

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10/05/2026

Type of Position

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift

Sponsorship Available

No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

• UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department: COM | Peds Dennis Development Center

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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

Optional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicants

Recruitment Contact Information

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

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

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law.

Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity

Hearing, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding

Benefits Eligible

Yes