Speech Language Pathology Clinical Fellowship College of Medicine

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Internal applicants must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL

 

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s doctors are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Otolaryngology is a top-tier department with renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?

UC is one of the largest employers in the Cincinnati region, employing over 15,000 full time and part time faculty, staff and student workers. The College of Medicine, Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, is looking for a Speech Language Pathology Clinical Fellow. This position will support the University’s mission and commitment to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff and all our activities.

 

The University of Cincinnati Voice, Swallowing & Airway Center in collaboration with the Divisions of Laryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, is pleased to offer a 9-month intensive clinical fellowship opportunity in the areas of swallowing & voice disorders.

 

The applicants must have foundational knowledge in anatomy and physiology of the head and neck and experience including

*Coursework in voice and swallowing disorders especially head and neck anatomy *Medical Speech-Language Pathology practicum experience (preferably in voice and swallowing disorders) *Practicum experience in conducting and documenting videostroboscopic evaluations & Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) *MBSimp (student version or clinician) reliability zone completion of at least 80% for each component

During the fellowship, trainees will develop skills in the following

*Independent use of rigid and flexible endoscopy to perform videostroboscopic voice evaluations. *Independent in ability to perform FEES and Videoflouroscopic Swallow Studies (VFSS/MBSS) *CSL and PAS for acoustic and aerodynamic assessment of voice and airway *Developing and implementing treatment plans for patients with voice & swallowing disorders *Communication skills for use in multidisciplinary team including laryngologists & head and neck surgeons, nurse navigators, CNPs/PAs/RNs, dieticians, social work, physical/occupational therapists *Clinical research *Evidence-based medicine

Clinical fellows are required to participate in additional learning/service opportunities outside of immediate patient care including

*Clinical research (either new or ongoing initiatives) with a potential for a poster/oral presentation at a state or national conference *Monthly journal club *Quarterly Voice & Swallowing Rounds with ENT residents *Fellowship quality improvement project *Attendance of head & neck support group *Participation in periodic educational opportunities through the Dept. of Otolaryngology

Other Information

*The fellowship is for 9-month commitment. *This experience satisfies accreditation requirements for ASHA CCCs and Ohio SLP licensure. *The position is temporary and only for the 9-month term *Applicants with previous practicum experience in voice & swallowing are preferred.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

 

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

 

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

 

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