Speech-Language Pathologist

This Speech-Language Pathologist position is located within the Audiology and Speech Pathology Section of the Sensory & Physical Rehabilitation Service Line (SPRSL) at the VA Providence Healthcare System. The position is full-time at 40 hours per week.

**Qualifications:**
Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship. Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. English Language Proficiency. Must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). Licensure. Individuals must hold a full, current and unrestricted license in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth or the District of Columbia. Education and Experience. A master's degree, or its equivalent, in speech-language pathology, communication disorders or a directly related field from an accredited college or university and one year of creditable experience (see paragraph 2.g.). or A doctoral degree in speech-language pathology, communication disorder sand sciences or a related field, from an accredited college or university. Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements, you must also meet the grade requirements to be found qualified for this position. Speech-Language Pathologist, GS-12. Experience. One year of professional experience comparable to the next lower level (GS-11) and possessing a full, current and unrestricted license to practice speech-language pathology. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs). In addition to the experience requirements, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Skill in applying principles and techniques of diagnosis and treatment associated with contemporary speech-language pathology following evidence-based practice for adult patients exhibiting the full range of speech to the full range of patient populations. Skill in administering and interpreting instrumental swallowing evaluations. Ability to assess the effectiveness of clinical outcomes and adapt clinical procedures and techniques to accommodate unique patient conditions. Preferred Experience: Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) SPEAKOUT! certification 3+ years outpatient/inpatient experience Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) experience Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Please see VA Handbook and Directive 5019, Employee Occupational Health.