Open Rank, Clinical Faculty Appointment, Department of Head and Neck Surgery

Position Title Open Rank, Clinical Faculty Appointment (CFA) (Non Tenure)

Department Head and Neck Surgery

Division Surgery

Reports to (Position): Section Chief, Speech Pathology & Audiology, Head and Neck Surgery

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of UT MD Anderson is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

SUMMARY

This is a faculty position responsible to the Chief of the Section of Speech Pathology and Audiology that reports to the Chairman of the Department of Head and Neck Surgery. The position is responsible for providing speech and swallowing evaluation and treatment for cancer patients with a focus on neurogenic speech and swallowing disorders; engages in academic research (clinical and/or basic science); also provides an appropriate teaching environment for fellows, residents, and other trainees in the Department of Head and Neck Surgery, Section of Speech Pathology and Audiology.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Clinical

• Shows evidence of excellence in clinical care & performance.

• Shows evidence of ability to develop an essential role in patient care services.

• Practices speech pathology and audiology in an exemplary manner upholding standards set forth by the Texas State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, properly balanced with other academic activities. Must be able to identify and solve problems related to job responsibilities utilizing knowledge and experience. Must also communicate (verbal and written) and relate well to others at the medical, professional, technical, and administrative levels.

1. Develops and maintains a clinical speech pathology and audiology practice for patients referred to and with M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. Provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment of patients with speech, language, voice, and/or swallowing disorders. Develops and administers rehabilitative/restorative plan of care consistent with specific functional deficit(s). Must also be able to review, evaluate, and correctly interpret medical records and patient data based on training, experience, and knowledge. Fills out proper ICD and CPT coding on the clinic charge cards within 24 hours. Completes patient documentation for medical records using standards set forth within time frames provided by institutional policy. This will require dictating in a clear and concise manner, and review of documents. Corresponds as appropriate in writing or in telephone conversations with referring physicians or with other physicians involved with the management of the patient's disease regarding patient care and treatment. Keeps abreast of current approaches in the management of patients through attendance at continuing education conferences in the specialty. This will require listening to and assimilating information from the conferences. Requests appropriate medical consultations for patients by phone conversations or in writing to other physicians.

2. Provides a role model in speech pathology and audiology, as a practitioner for faculty, fellows, residents, and other trainees rotating on the service.

3. Provides medical direction of non-physician personnel. A speech pathologist is responsible to each patient for all aspects of speech pathology care. While optimal care involves a one-to-one relationship between the speech pathologist and patient, it may be necessary to utilize non-physician personnel to perform technical functions relating to the care of the patient under the personal direction of the speech pathologist. Delegation of functions to non-physician personnel is based on specific criteria (i.e., the individual's education, training, and demonstrated skills).

Administrative

• Demonstrates potential for institutional service

• Shows promise for effective participation in teams as appropriate for appointment role(s)

• Complies with all policies and procedures.

• Represents the department in local, regional, state, and national meetings. Will require traveling to sites outside of the Houston area and, upon return, disseminating the information obtained or learned by verbally or in writing, sharing it with colleagues

Research

• Promise of ability to participate in collaborative research and in team science.

Actively engages in clinical translational research and scholarly activity to enhance the academic environment of the Department and the institution.

1. Develops programs of clinical or translational research and scholarly activities in keeping with the goals of the Department. Requires the ability to synthesize a myriad of information pertaining to the area of research. May necessitate (verbally or in writing) the instruction of research support personnel in protocol implementation.

2. Seeks appropriate funding mechanisms to support his/her research. May require completion of grant application forms through verbal dictation or use of a computer and keyboard. Also will require budget development and analysis.

3. Publishes or presents results in a timely fashion. This may necessitate the use of a dictation machine or a computer and keyboard.

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Education

• Has taken steps to initiate education activities including mentoring.

Contributes to a balanced and integrated educational program in speech pathology and audiology for trainees who rotate through the head and neck center.

1. Completes the evaluation forms for rotating trainees in a timely fashion.

2. Participates in, develops, and implements specific continuing education programs pertaining to speech pathology as requested.

3. Attends and participates in Division/Department teaching and continuing conferences which requires verbal interaction with colleagues and walking to and from meeting locations throughout the campus. Must be able to present lectures using visual aids.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Doctorate-level degree in a field appropriate to faculty role and/or department mission.

• Appropriate post medical doctoral training per discipline.

Licensure/Certification:

• Licensed to practice in Texas

• Must have completed a clinical fellowship in speech-language pathology and hold or be eligible for the Certificate of Clinical Competence awarded by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

Experience:

• At least 2 years experience as Instructor or 5 years post degree with any combination of time as a clinician, clinical scientist or GME trainee (except specialties with shorter residencies or fellowships).

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 183935

• Employee Status: Regular

• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0

• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0

• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 0

• FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay

• Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote

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