USC Voice Center

University of Southern California

CLINICAL FELLOWSHIP IN VOICE, SWALLOWING AND UPPER AIRWAY

Applications due no later than Friday, February 24, 2017

The University of Southern California is an equal opportunity employer

1.     Letter of intent describing interest in the USC Voice Center Fellowship and your graduation date

2.     Curriculum vitae

3.     Unofficial graduate transcripts

4.     2 letters of recommendation with at least one from a clinical supervisor

The Speech Pathology Section at the Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center is pleased to announce a Clinical Fellowship position with a desired start date of Fall 2017.

The Clinical Fellowship is a full time position with a compensation package that includes salary, health benefits, and sick and annual leave. This is a temporary appointment that will last for one year. Only US citizens are eligible to apply.

Located in Long Beach, California, the medical center provides comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, and extended care programs. The Tibor Rubin VA is a 237 bed facility providing primary, secondary, and tertiary health care in medicine, surgery, psychiatry, and rehabilitation medicine. It supports a 99 bed Community Living Center and an 85 bed Spinal Cord Injury Center. In addition, the Tibor Rubin VA is a Level III Polytrauma Center.

The Clinical Fellow can expect to gain experience in all areas of medical speech pathology, including evaluation and treatment of individuals with speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders. In addition, the Clinical Fellow will receive training and experience in the following: fluoroscopic and endoscopic swallowing evaluations, augmentative communication, laryngeal stroboscopy, and post-laryngectomy voice restoration. Patients are seen along the continuum of care from intensive care, acute rehabilitation, outpatient care, and long-term care.

Applications must be received via email by midnight on February 28, 2017. The application packet should include a statement of intent, resume, and graduate school transcripts. In your resume include contact information for three references who are familiar with your academic and/or clinical skills. Transcripts may be unofficial. These items should be submitted as a single PDF document. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. Unsolicited references will not be reviewed.

Interested candidates may contact: Amanda Stephens, M.S., CCC-SLP amanda.stephens2@va.gov

2017 SPEECH PATHOLOGY CLINICAL FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY GREATER LOS ANGELES VA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM

The VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (VAGLAHS) is one of the largest health care facilities within the Department of Veterans Affairs, serving the 1.4 million Veterans who reside throughout Los Angeles, Ventura, Kern, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties. VAGLAHS consists of an acute care medical center, two ambulatory care centers, and ten community-based outpatient clinics and is affiliated with both UCLA and USC Schools of Medicine.

The Speech Pathology Department consists of nine full-time SLPs and serves the ICU, PCU, TCU, General Medicine, and Acute Rehab Units within the medical center as well as Community Living Centers, a Hospice unit, and a busy outpatient clinic. The department has close working relationships with many other services and is part of the Acute Rehab Team, ALS Clinic, Head & Neck Tumor Board, Parkinson’s Disease, Research, Education, and Clinical Center (PADRECC), and Polytrauma Clinic, among others. The Clinical Fellow will gain training and experience in the assessment and treatment of adults with aphasia, cognitive communication impairment, dysphagia, motor speech, and voice disorders in addition to working with special patient populations including head & neck cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, TBI, trach/vent, and AAC.

 

GENERAL INFORMATION:

o The Clinical Fellowship (CF) is a 12 month appointment and tentatively scheduled to begin July – September 2017.

o The CF will work 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday) with a compensation package that includes salary, health benefits, and sick and annual leave. o This is a temporary appointment without potential for permanent employment.

o Only US citizens are eligible to apply.

o Applicants with a strong academic background and/or clinical experience in neuroscience, neurogenic cognitive/ communication disorders, voice, and dysphagia are preferred.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLYING:

o Email the following to jenna.nuzzi@va.gov :  letter of interest  resume  graduate transcript (may be unofficial)  two letters of recommendation from faculty or clinical supervisors

o Send documents as a single PDF when possible.

o Email subject should read “2017 CFY Packet”.

o All application packets must be emailed by Friday, February 24, 2017 to be considered. Please contact Jenna Nuzzi, MS, CCC-SLP at jenna.nuzzi@va.gov or 310-268-3701 with any questions.

SLP for Inpatient in Yuma, AZ – offering mentorship for new grads

Inpatient 41 bed acute inpatient rehab hospital with an onsite outpatient facility. We are stroke and hip fracture certified through the Joint Commission.

We offer mentorship to new grads and have experienced staff they can learn from.

Diagnoses include CVA, TBI, Parkinson’s, some dementia and the occasional hip fracture/knee replacements that may be confused. We see a variety of dysphagia, aphasia,
cognition, voice typically.  We have FEES equipment. We also have VitalStim. We have a variety of diagnostic tools such as WAB, Boston, CLQT, RIPA-G and treatment materials
available as well.

Our friendly therapists have a wide range of experience and are teamwork oriented. The majority of our population is adult/geriatric with a variety of neurological and
orthopedic diagnoses.

Competitive salary based on experience, sign on bonus is $10,000 paid after 90 days of employment, and student loan reimbursement is $10,000 for outstanding student loans can
be applied for.  Employees can apply for another 10K for student loans at the end of their 2 year commitment.

We also offer up to $2,500 per year of reimbursement for CEU’s.  Plus we reimburse for license application/renewal.

Full benefits start the first day of work:

Medical & Dental Insurance
Vision insurance
Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
401K plan is matched 50% up to 6% contribution. You are vested after 3 years

25 days of paid time off annually plus 7 holidays off and 2 days for continuing education. That is 34 days off each year with 25 of them rolling over.

25 days off per year, plus two education days per year.

Yuma is located 2.5 hours from Phoenix and 2.5 hours from San Diego.  Surrounded by small mountains, we are close enough to ski slopes for a weekend trip.  We have sand dunes
for recreational sports (they are the dunes in Star Wars and Space Balls).  We are minutes from Mexico.  Yuma is the 3rd fastest growing city in the US and recently rated the
3rd most desirable place to live in the country.

We hold the record for the most recorded hours of sunshine in a year, in the world!  Summers are definitely warm, but with the low humidity and close proximity to water
sports at the Colorado River, we stay nice and cool.  The winter here is beautiful.  No coats required and outdoor activities are a must.

Email resume:  pam@murdockrecruiting.com

Pam Murdock
Murdock Recruiting, Inc.

A Nationwide Recruitment and Placement Firm

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, OH, is currently seeking applicants for its  2017-2018 Craniofacial Speech Pathology Clinical Fellowship .

This speech fellowship program is a full-time 12 month experience consisting of clinical and research training in the assessment and treatment of:
• Cleft lip and palate
• Other craniofacial anomalies
• Velopharyngeal dysfunction and Resonance disorders
• Syndromes commonly associated with clefting/craniofacial anomalies, including emphasis on the 22q11.2 deletion syndrome
• Feeding/swallowing disorders in patients with craniofacial anomalies
• Pediatric speech disorders, with an emphasis on articulation and motor speech disorders

The fellow will work with the Cleft Lip and Palate Center, Center for Complex Craniofacial Disorders, Velopharyngeal Dysfunction Program, 22q Center, and the Speech Pathology Department at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. The fellow will also spend time working on craniofacial-speech research and speech outcome/QI projects. The fellowship can be designed to include completion of required clinical hours and training to meet CFY requirements; however applicants who already have their CCC’s are also strongly encouraged to apply if they desire additional training in craniofacial anomalies.

For more information regarding this fellowship, applicant requirements, and the application process, please visit our website. Applications are due March 1.

Craniofacial Speech Pathology Fellowship

www.nationwidechildrens.org/…
Adriane Baylis, PhD, CCC-SLP
Director, VPD Program and Co-Director, 22q Center
Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery
The Ohio State University College of Medicine

700 Children’s Drive
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 722-3895
adriane.baylis@nationwidechildrens.org

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Primarily Inpatient Acute Rehab (IRF) with cross-coverage in Acute Care

Permanent Full-Time Hire with Benefits

Pacific NW; Washington State

Prefer CCC-SLP

Work for an organization providing highly effective, safe patient care, and following the highest standards for quality care. You will see a wide range of patient diagnosis and work amongst the finest healthcare professionals. The opportunity to work within interdisciplinary teams is here, so that you are knowledgeable to the entire patient treatment plan.

Take your Speech Language Pathologist career to the next level with a growing and financially strong organization!

Overview of job:

• Work with a large team of 9 Speech Language Pathologists
• Work one-on-one with patients
• Quality treatment; non-profit organization which provides patient-centered treatment
• Interdisciplinary teamwork; understand the entire patient profile
• Our SLP group is diverse in clinical knowledge and focus
• Our department provides services in the following areas:   Acute Care, Inpatient Acute Rehabilitation, Subacute Rehabilitation and Outpatient
• There are opportunities for growth within our organization and we support continuing education and new services for our patients.
• The department is supportive of evidence based practice and updated technology/equipment.
• We serve the community needing speech and language services from birth through geriatrics.

 

Schedule: 4-10’s and we are open to 5-8’s if that is preferred

Compensation:

• Salary Range starting point is $38/hour and will be higher with experience
• Full Benefits Package / Sign-On Bonus / Relocation Package
• Onsite Interview Expenses are paid for

Location outside of Seattle: Excellent outdoor recreational location, highly-rated schools, and an area with a lot of culture and art. Unlimited outdoor sports. Mountain biking, hiking, rafting, running/cycling trails – extremely bike friendly community. New restaurants, taverns with outdoor music, shopping, breathtaking scenery.

Please reach out to me for full details.

Patty Wyatt – patty@clinipost.com / direct 469.626.5161 / www.clinipost.com

DESCRIPTION:

Swedish Medical Group is looking for an Audiology Technician Assistant (1.0 FTE, Day shift) to work for the Otolaryngology Clinic at Swedish First Hill in Seattle, WA.

The Audiology Technician is responsible for demonstrating the Swedish values of patient-centered care and service; respect, caring and compassion; teamwork and partnership; continuous learning and improvement; and leadership.

In this position you will:

• Prepare patients for audiological tests, including rooming patients and documenting medical history
• Assist with audiology testing under supervision of Audiologist
• Adjust hearing aids, implantable technology devices and other amplification systems
• Manage device orders and repairs
• Provide administrative support, including maintaining electronic medical records and answering phones

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required qualifications for this position include:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Current clinic certification (medical assistant, nursing assistant, or licensed practical nurse)
• Experience working with patients with profound hearing loss
• Understanding of audiology-related devices

Preferred qualifications for this position include:

• Electronic medical records experience

About Swedish Medical Group:

Swedish Medical Group (SMG) is a successful, performance-driven division of Swedish Health Services, the largest non-profit health provider in the Greater Seattle area. The SMG network includes more than 900 providers across 108 primary care and specialty care clinics.

WE OFFER A FULL COMPREHENSIVE RANGE OF BENEFITS — SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR DETAILS

https://caregiver.ehr.com

OUR MISSION

Our Non-Profit Mission: Improve the health and well-being of each person we serve.

ABOUT US

Since 1910, Swedish has been a hallmark of excellence. Swedish has grown to become the largest non-profit health provider in the Greater Seattle area with 11,000 employees, more than 2,800 physicians and 1,700 volunteers. Swedish is committed to being the best place to receive care, and also the best place to work. We reward our employees with generous compensation and benefits, individualized orientation, education and a supportive work environment. Swedish is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Swedish does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, protected veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day

Job Category: Other Licensed Technicians

Location: Washington-Seattle

Req ID: 139697

 

Link to Application:

http://swedish.jobs/seattle-wa/audiology-technician-assistant-otolaryngology-clinic/9F28DCF25D4D4B05861A7FB6CA994CC5/job/

Reliant Rehabilitation is now hiring in Las Vegas, NV!!

**Speech Language Pathologist**

*$5,000 Sign on Bonus offered for all full time positions below*

Las Vegas, NV

Ø Full time SLP – Skilled Nursing Facility

Ø Full time SLP – Long Term Acute Care Hospitals (Floating position between multiple locations)

Ø Per Diem SLP – Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long Term Acute Care Hospitals and Home Health

**Flexible hours and great pay!**

*Full Benefits Offered Including:

Paid Time Off

Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Plan

$500.00 towards CEUs and Paid Licensure Renewal

Ongoing Clinical Support

Model 10: Revolutionary Clinical Model

If you or anyone you know would like more information, please feel free to reach out to me directly (214-901-8557) or visit our website at www.reliant-rehab.com

Best Wishes,
Erika Cabrera
Recruiting Manager
Reliant Rehabilitation
Office: 972-890-9104
Cell: 214-901-8557

Fax: 866-404-8985
Web: www.reliant-rehab.com

CLINICAL FELLOWSHIP YEAR (CFY) OPPORTUNITY

MEDICAL SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY

West Palm Beach Veterans Affairs Medical Center

 The West Palm Beach VA Medical Center is a dynamic hospital comprised of 180 hospital beds (Intensive Care, Acute Medicine, Blind Rehabilitation and Psychiatric Health) as well as 120 Community Living Center (CLC) beds and a dedicated Hospice Unit.  More than 64,000 veterans receive health care at the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center annually.  We are affiliated with the University of Miami School of Medicine and train medical interns, residents, and fellows in their specialties.  Our facility provides primary, secondary and tertiary healthcare in medicine, surgery, psychiatry and rehabilitation medicine.  The WPB VAMC serves as a Polytrauma Clinic Support Team (Level III) and provides services for Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom (OEF/OIF) Veterans. In addition, we provide telemedicine services to veterans in the community and in their homes. In addition, Veterans participate in treatment and support groups facilitated by the speech-language pathologists focusing on Parkinson’s Disease, Post-CVA Communication Skills, and Laryngectomy.
The Clinical Fellow will engage in a professionally challenging year gaining experience in evaluation and treatment of adults with dysphagia, cognitive communication impairments, aphasia, dysarthria and voice disorders. The candidate will also develop expertise in performing fluoroscopic and endoscopic swallow evaluations, endoscopic voice evaluations, and post-laryngectomy voice restoration. In addition, the Clinical Fellow can expect training in assistive technology (AAC) for augmenting communication and cognition. We also work closely with the OEF/OIF population, addressing their speech, language, and cognitive concerns.  Patients are seen along the continuum of care, including ER admission, intensive/acute care, short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, outpatient and telemedicine rehabilitation. Our Speech-Language Pathology section maintains close interaction with a variety of specialty services, including Otolaryngology, Radiology, Neurology, Psychology, Social Work,  Pulmonary Medicine, Neuropsychology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Nutrition & Food Service,  Blind Rehabilitation, and Prosthetics & Sensory Aid Service. The Speech-Language Pathologists have launched and coordinate the Comprehensive ALS Interdisciplinary Team at our facility, which will provide a rich clinical experience.

 

VA Medical Center West Palm Beach is located on Florida’s sunny southeast coast. The area offers a variety of land and sea recreational  activities including an abundance of world class golf courses, parks,  pristine beaches, and bike paths. The Palm Beaches offer a fascinating array of cultural venues including concerts,  theater,  shopping, and excellent dining opportunities.

 

GENERAL INFORMATION:

§  The CF position is  twelve months. Tentatively scheduled to begin early September 2017.

§  40 hours per week (Monday-Friday) with a compensation package that includes salary, health benefits, and sick and annual leave.

§  This is a temporary appointments without potential to become a permanent position.

§  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:

The following items should be scanned as a single PDF File and e-mailed by COB Monday, January 23, 2017:

1)      Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV).

2)      Letter of interest.

3)      Two letters of recommendation from faculty or clinical supervisors.

4)      Graduate program  transcripts (may be unofficial).

 

Please e-mail application materials to: loreen.blumenthal@va.gov

 

*Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. 

*Interviews for selected applicants will be scheduled in person or via videoconference in early February 2017.

 

 

Loreen H. Blumenthal, MSPA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S

Board Certified Specialist-Swallowing

Assistant Chief, Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology

Dept of Veterans Affairs Medical Center

7305 N. Military Trail  (ASPS 126)

West Palm Beach, Florida  33410

Phone:    (561) 422-6237

Fax:       (561) 422-8515

E-Mail:    loreen.blumenthal@va.gov