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The George E Wahlen Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Salt Lake City, UT is pleased to announce the availability of one Clinical Fellowship in Speech-Language Pathology, to begin late Summer or early Fall of 2018.  This one-year position will be full-time  (40 hours/week) and pays $39,226 + benefits.

The SLC VAMC is located on a 70 acre campus situated at the foot of the rugged Wasatch Mountains overlooking the city below.  The area offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities including hiking, biking, and world class skiing & cultural venues including concerts, theatre, and dining opportunities.

The George E. Wahlen Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center is a 121 – bed tertiary care facility serving Veterans residing within a 25,000 square mile area within VISN 19. It is closely affiliated with the University of Utah School of Medicine. SLC VAMC offers traditional and specialty care services including pathology, radiology, neurology, nuclear medicine and psychiatry.  We provide Telehealth services to Veterans living in rural settings and are a Polytrauma Clinic Support Team (Level III) providing services for OEF/OIF veterans. Our Speech-Language Pathology Section maintains close interaction with a variety of  teams  including Radiology, Geriatrics, Otolaryngology, Nutrition, Prosthetics & Sensory Aids, and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

The Clinical Fellow will engage in a professionally challenging year gaining experience in evaluation and treatment of adults with dysphagia (fluoroscopy & FEES), cognitive communication impairments,  aphasia, dysarthria and voice disorders including special populations (i.e. H&N Cancer and Transgender).  Additionally, there will be an opportunity to work closely with the Aphasia and Apraxia of Speech Research Lab.

Interested applicants should submit the following:

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Intent summarizing career objectives
2. Resume
3. Two letters of recommendation (include these in your email attachment, do not send separately)
4. Graduate Program Transcripts (official or unofficial copy)

All application packets will be accepted via email through April 12, 2018.  Late or incomplete packets will not be considered.

Please send to: tiffany.atkinson@va.gov

Top candidate selections will be announced May 9, 2018 and interviews for top candidates will be scheduled May 15, 2018 and May 16, 2018 (in person or videoconference)

Speech-language pathologist position available with the Wapato School District.

Attached is a Wapato School District flyer for benefits for teachers and other certificated staff. The bottom of the flyer denotes what is added in addition for School Psychologists and Speech Language Pathologists. 

Wapato School District Flyer Benefits

For questions, please contact:

Karen McGraw

Director of Special Education

Office phone: (509)877-5010

karenm@wapatosd.org

 

 

SPEECH PATHOLOGY CLINICAL FELLOWSHIP TRAINING OPPORTUNITY

William S. Middleton VA Hospital, Madison Wisconsin

Position begins: August/September 2018

Deadline for applications:   4/15/18

 

A CFY position in speech-language pathology is available through the Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center (GRECC) at the William S. Middleton Veterans Affairs Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.  This will be a blended fellowship training experience incorporating training through the Speech Pathology section and the GRECC. The Speech Pathology Section serves inpatients, outpatients, and residents of a Community Living Center.  CF will interact professionally with specialty services including Neurology, ENT, Medicine, Nutrition, Nursing, and other rehabilitation therapies.  All CFs will gain experience and provide services in all areas of medical speech pathology, including evaluation/treatment of individuals with dysphagia, speech and language disorders, cognitive disorders, and voice disorders.  They will also gain specialized experience in cognitive rehabilitation for veterans with mTBI, neurogenic communication disorders, endoscopic procedures (FEES and videostroboscopy), and laryngectomy care. CF will also participate in several weekly Geriatric based interdisciplinary clinics. Trainees will be integrated directly into these interdisciplinary geriatrics teams and through administration of standardized screening tools, will identify those Veterans who would benefit from additional dysphagia, speech/language, or cognitive intervention from the Speech Pathology service.  We are seeking candidates with a strong interest in medical speech pathology, geriatrics, and dysphagia research, as well as a desire to grow professionally in a fast-paced, learning-oriented medical setting.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

• CF positions are for one year.
• These are temporary appointments without potential to become permanent positions. 
• Applicants with a strong academic background and/or clinical experience in neuroscience, neurogenic cognitive/ communication disorders, voice, and dysphagia are preferred.
• Only US citizens are eligible to apply.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLYING:

**ALL APPLICATION DOCUMENTS MUST BE SCANNED AS A SINGLE PDF FILE AND EMAILED**

• Resume
• Letter of interest describing your background, professional interests, and why you would like to be part of our team
• Graduate program transcripts (can be unofficial)
• 2 letters of recommendation from faculty or clinical supervisors (include these in your scanned email attachment, do not send separately)

All application packets must be emailed by April 15th, 2018.  Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please email applications to:

jill.zielinski@va.gov and nicole.pulia@va.gov

Please contact us with questions:

Jill Zielinski, MS, CCC-SLP: (608) 256-1901 x17902            

Nicole M. Rogus-Pulia, PhD, CCC-SLP: (608) 256-1901 x11524

 

 

We’re looking for someone to teach and play with our soon to be 5-year old son on the spectrum. He is a smart, sweet-natured kid, affectionate with adults and easy to get along with.

With guidance from our therapists, we have devised a home program that currently includes some speech exercises as well as physical exercises targeting gross and fine-motor skills. Training will be provided to you by professionals (highly regarded speech and OT therapists and special educators) and parents. We’re looking for a cheerful, firm and goal-oriented person who is motivated to see our kid progress through this program at home.

We are located near downtown Bellevue. Preferred times are between 3-6pm and we are flexible on days. This is a long-term position and an ideal opportunity for a student looking to pursue a career in education/child development/physical therapy/speech therapy and related fields. This is a paid position.

If this sounds interesting, we would love to chat more with you. You can reach us by phone at 425 736 6767 or by email to sampoorani.d@gmail.com.

***Anyone who responds to this ad post is not endorsed by the UW SPHSC department, nor would they represent the UW. Hiring a student who is enrolled in UW SPHSC or a student at the UW does not imply a relationship between the job and our department or university. The family or individual who hires a student is responsible for all aspects of the relationship. We merely provide a place to advertise such positions with some guidance to our students, and to the families who wish to post.

Orthopaedic & Neurological Rehabilitation (ONR) is a therapist owned rehab company.  We have provided quality care for 30 years in facilities throughout CA, IA, IL, TN & TX. We are seeking talented therapists who are looking for a rewarding healthcare career to join our rehab team; to share our values and our goals in improving the quality of life of the people in our care.

Please inquire for additional locations in CA, IA, IL, TN & TX.

 

REFERRAL BONUSES $500 to $1,500

• Now through March 15 in addition to our awesome $500 referral bonus program we are offering a special $1,500 bonus for select positions for qualified referrals that result in a full time hire.
  • We can offer as $ bonus or gift card.
  • If a qualified referral comes directly from you/the school, we can offer the bonus to your school scholarship program or the Student Therapy Association.
  • Students can earn these bonuses – refer a friend!
  • Please inquire for full details on our referral bonus program.

 SOCIAL MEDIA BONUS

• We would appreciate your help in sharing these ONR opportunities on your Facebook page.
• Your program will be entered into a drawing for a $1,000 gift card by simply:

1. LIKE the ONR webpage, either by your department FB page, graduating class FB page or individual students.  The more likes the better!  Facebook – ONR, Inc.
2. POST the ONR flyer on your graduating class FB page (graphic attached).
3. Please like and post by March 31st to qualify.
4. The first school who likes and post will receive a special $500 gift card incentive.

 

 

Hines VA Hospital, Chicago IL

The Hines VA Speech Pathology Department  is pleased to announce that we are offering TWO Clinical Fellowship Positions for the 2018/2019 fiscal year.

The position will include evaluation and treatment of both inpatients and outpatients of various disorders within a variety of settings. You will interact professionally with specialty services including Neurology, ENT, SCI, Medicine, Nutrition, Nursing, and other rehabilitation therapies.  You will gain experience and provide services in all areas of medical speech pathology, including evaluation/treatment of individuals with dysphagia, speech and language disorders, cognitive disorders, voice disorders, and tracheostomy. You may also gain specialized experience in cognitive rehabilitation for veterans with TBI/polytrauma, and laryngectomy care. The appointments would begin in August of 2018 and are temporary without potential to become permanent positions. Approximate salary is $43,000 plus benefits.

Procedure for Application:

If interested, please send, via email, one PDF document that includes the following:

• Resume/clinical vitae to include contact information for two references who are familiar with your academic and/or clinical skills (Please NO letters from your references)
• Letter of interest describing why you would like to work at Hines VA Hospital.

Incomplete applications or failure to adhere to the above requirements will remove your packet from consideration.

Deadline for Submission is midnight of 3/30/18

All Submissions should be sent to:

Laura Chalcraft @ laura.chalcraft@va.gov

If you have any questions, please contact Laura Chalcraft at the above email or via phone at 708-202-8387 X21012

Teton Therapy is currently seeking the right Pediatric Speech Therapist to join our team.
Teton Therapy is a multi-disciplinary therapy clinic providing family-centered outpatient care to
children of all ages with special needs in Eastern Idaho and Western Wyoming. We operate two
private pediatric clinics, provide services for school district 401 K – 12 and home based early
intervention. Please visit our website, http://tetontherapy.com, to learn more about us and visit
http://video.idahoptv.org/video/2365478787/ to learn more about Teton Valley.

Please email letter of interest and resume to info@tetontherapy.com.

Competitive compensation package.

Qualifications:

• Idaho State license or eligible
• New graduates welcome

Ability to:

• Provide skilled speech and language therapy services and intervention in accordance with
  physician orders.
• Collaborate with all disciplines and families to plan and evaluate team goals for each
  patient.
• Conduct evaluations and prepare detailed records and reports.

Traits:

• Easily adapts to situations and changes.
• Is punctual and follows through.
• Enjoys working in a team environment and providing creative, fun, and effective speech
  and language therapy intervention.

Idaho’s Teton Valley lies snug against the 13000’ peaks of the Grand Teton Range. Teton Valley
shares the Tetons with our neighboring valley to the east, Jackson Hole, Wyoming located only a
30 minute drive. Teton Valley has good access to three National Forests and two National Parks – Grand Teton and Yellowstone. The indigenous wildflowers, wildlife and Tetons provide the ideal backdrop for a day hike, horseback riding, and mountain biking, fishing or floating the Teton River. The valley also offers golfing, white water rafting, music festivals and other activities at Grande Targhee Ski and Summer resort.

Unite UW Spring 2018 application is open now! It is that time of the year to smell the tulips at Skagit Tulip Town, lie on the beach at Golden Gardens at our annual BBQ, and enjoy Seattle’s nature by hiking up Rattlesnake. Unite UW is great opportunity to find a tight-knit community with caring friends from diverse cultural backgrounds and rich life experiences. This quarterly program is complimentary and offers food plus 2-night retreat at Pack Forest.

• Apply by March 14^th at: https://goo.gl/forms/LTyJwM5H6Q9nFERD2 (Spring schedule is included in this application form)
• Learn more at unite.uw.edu

Please see flyer: Unite UW Flyer – Spring 2018

Looking for a nanny/caregiver:

We are a loving and easy going family looking for a caring and kind nanny for our little girl, starting April 3rd (she will be 11 months then).   We’ve had great success with an SLP student in the past.

My name is Kelly and my husband and I are looking for someone to care for our little one on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.  We live in Edmonds.  We also have another family interested in doing a share (their baby is 12 months) on Tues and Wed.

If interested, please email me: cornett@uw.edu

Thank you,

Kelly C.

Sky Bridge Therapies 

253-201-1234

www.skybridgetherapies.com

 

Sky Bridge Therapies is a pediatric speech and occupational therapy facility located in Lakewood. We are a new facility set to open its doors on March 1st in a beautiful new 4,400 square foot facility. Our state-of-the-art facility will boast 3 larger gym rooms, all of which were commissioned for completion by expert sensory gym designer, Alex Lopiccolo. In creating this specially designed facility, we hope to provide a fun, exciting environment that will keep children motivated in working toward their goals and make our therapists feel supported in having the necessary resources to provide evidence-based, individualized therapy through a team-based approach. We have designed an exciting Feeding Program which will take a collaborative OT/SLP approach to feeding therapy. Occupational Therapists will work with SLPs collaboratively in an approach to feeding that encompasses both oral/motor and sensory aspects. Applicants must be motivated, energetic, committed individuals who are ready to engage in a positive and productive environment. New graduates and experienced therapists are encouraged to apply, training and mentoring will be provided by experienced clinicians who are compassionate and committed to assisting clients achieve the best level of care and progress possible in all aspects of their therapy. Salary commensurate with experience and education.  Part time and full time positions available.

Please contact our Clinic Director, Dianna Finlay at dianna@skybrigetherapies.com, or Clinic Administrator, Wendy Cochran at wendy@skybridgetherapies.com.