Position Summary
Description : The Department of Communication Disorders in the School of Allied Health Professions at the Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans seeks candidates for a Program Director for the speechlanguage pathology program. Responsibilities include teaching research and service. A strong teaching background and activity in research is preferred in the areas of voice/fluency/aural rehabilitation/ AAC . The department offers a Master of Communication Disorders degree in SpeechLanguage Pathology and a Doctorate of Audiology degree. Both programs are accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation CAA . The SLP Program Director will: Oversee operations of the LSU SpeechLanguage Clinic. Teach academic coursework in masters of SpeechLanguage Pathology curriculum. Special interest/experience in the areas of voice fluency AAC or aural rehabilitation is preferred but consideration for all areas will be given. Adhere to CAA (accreditation) CFCC (certification) state and federal requirements for clinical programs. Facilitate curriculum reviews to maintain excellence and align with accreditation standards. Complete annual accreditation reports. Update program handbook to reflect CAA and CFCC standards state regulations and university and school policies and procedures. Foster a positive department environment that supports excellent teaching scholarship and service. Participate in School of Allied Health Administrative Council meetings monthly faculty meetings and other university and school special events. Participate and contribute to scholarly work. Supervise SLP graduate students in clinic. Participate in departmental school and university and professional committee service. Works closely with Department Head regarding program implementation. Work closely with SLP Clinical Coordinator to ensure clinical education requirements are complete.
Required Experience:
Director