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Speech Therapist (Northwest, AR)

University of Arkansas for Medical Science
life insurance, sick time
United States, Arkansas, Springdale
Apr 22, 2026
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Closing Date: 04/25/2026 Type of Position:Clinical Staff - Rehabilitation Therapy Job Type:Temporary (Fixed Term) 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 Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu. Department:ICE \| MUSL NWA OP PT Clinic Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties:This position is located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The Speech Therapist works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide the best evidence-based practice evaluation and therapy techniques. Performs evaluations and develops effective treatment plans to restore, maintain or prevent decline of resident function, by planning and administering medically prescribed therapy treatments in accordance with federal, state and professional standards governing the facility. This position will provide therapy evaluations and treatments for speech, language, cognitive, voice and swallowing disorders in a skilled nursing facility and in an outpatient setting. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in speech-language pathology Must have an Arkansas license and an American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence or be eligible pending completion of Clinical Fellowship Year. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Must possess problem-solving skills of the type and at a level necessary to accomplish the job. Clinical experience with the geriatric population Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to bend, stand, walk, eyesight, hearing, drive, speak, and repetitious movement, lifting, weight lifted 50 lbs. lift to: waist, 50 lbs. chest, 50 lbs. above head 20 lbs. Preferred Qualifications: FEES certified. LSVT-LOUD and Vital-stim certified Additional Information: Key Responsibilities Clinical Conducts speech-language evaluations Writes reports detailing scores, descriptions of patients, and the need for therapies Implement speech therapy Document services provided Completes billing and charting procedures Participates in treatment teams Maintains knowledge of theories and techniques in the field of communication disorders Models the UAMS Core Values - Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Teamwork, Creativity, and Excellence Administration Documents daily treatments and observations in patient's progress notes and prepares monthly patient performance summary as related to program goals and objectives Other duties as assigned Salary Information: PRN OP Therapy Rate Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Resume Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Special Instructions to Applicants: Recruitment Contact Information: Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions. All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Adult Maltreatment, Child Maltreatment, Criminal 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:Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing Frequent Physical Activity:Talking, Walking Occasional Physical Activity:Lifting Benefits Eligible:No