Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Master's in Speech Language Pathology program is part of the School of Health Professions and is housed within the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences. The Clinical Educator/Supervisor will supervise graduate student clinicians during practicum. Additionally, the Clinical Educator/Supervisor assists with the day-to-day operation of the clinic, periodic program assessments, developing clinical protocols, and collecting data for accreditation purposes.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:
• Supervises students during the practicum phase of the Master's in Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Meets regularly with students to review and approve therapy and diagnostic session plans.
• Hosts post-intervention debriefing meetings with students.
• Provides feedback and evaluates student performance.
• Assists students in developing and applying professional practice competencies including accountability, effective communication, evidence-based practice, and professional duties.
• Assists students in the development of clinical writing skills.
• Assesses student's clinical skills at various intervals throughout the semester.
• Assists in the development of clinical forms and protocols.
• Maintains clinical resources and equipment.
• Assists in forming and overseeing patient groups.
• Oversees and approves clinical hours, to ensure they are entered accurately.
• Monitors student progress.
• Maintains strict compliance with HIPPA, FERPA, ASHA Code of Ethics, as well as all institutional policies and local, state, and federal laws.
• Assists the Clinical Coordinator in data collection.
• Ensures accurate documentation in the Clinic's Electronic Health Record.
• Participates in and assists with the weekly Clinical Seminar.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

ACCOMPANYING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES:
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of speech, language, and hearing and medical terminology.
• Excellent diagnostic and analytical skills.
• Experience in a clinical setting providing speech-language pathology services to clients/patients.

• Experience in clinical supervision/instruction to practicum students and/or clinical fellows.

• Completed coursework and/or training in clinical supervision/instruction in speech-language pathology preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Five (5) years of clinical experience in a medical or educational setting providing speech-language pathology services to clients/patients.

REQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology.
• License in Speech-Language Pathology in the State of Texas.