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Position Description:

This position conducts speech/language therapy services with students under the direction of a certificated speech/language therapist and travels between assigned elementary or secondary schools as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in the field of Communication Disorders or Speech-Language Pathology or an Associate’s Degree from an approved two-year school with SLPA certification.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Washington State Driver’s License is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of skills and experience in the following areas:
• Working with students with communication, learning, behavioral and/or physical handicaps.
• Understanding of phonics and ability to learn word attack skills.
• Adaptive communication technology, and/or speech and language development desirable.
• Keyboarding at 40 wpm is desirable.
• Use of correct grammar and English usage.
• Demonstrated ability to:
• Manage and lead students through prescribed speech activities.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and parents.
• Operate general office equipment.
• Organize materials; follow directions.
• Schedule activities and attend to detail; be creative, resourceful and flexible.
• Articulate clearly.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multicultural and diverse socio-economic setting.

6. All Assistants will have to complete the State required trainings within the Paraeducator Board designated timelines. Central Kitsap School District will provide the guidelines and determine the trainings required for the Fundamental Course of Study Certificate. This qualification begins after officially hired.

Performance Responsibilities:

The Certified SLPA for Special Education students perform any or all of the following duties, depending upon current assignment:

• Implement therapeutic programs and treatments within the instruction and guidelines established by the supervising SLP. Lead students in articulation drills; lead higher-risk students in Language activities; give assistance to students with medical and handicapping conditions.
• Provide general therapy assistance; model correct tongue and mouth position; model correct sound; model correct language skills.
• Work with students in group settings, act as a model and assist student to maintain good behavior; reinforce proper behavior; listen to student to assist therapist; operate audiometer to administer hearing screenings at request of therapist.
• Accompany individuals or small groups of speech/language, special education/regular education students throughout school premises; communicate with regular education or special education teachers for maintaining good communication with the speech department.
• Maintain written records/documentation according to state and federal guidelines; prepare progress reports; collect necessary data; complete documentation for Medicaid billing.
• Assist each therapist in planning and adapting materials and activities as directed. Administer standardized tests as a guide to Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals for individual students or to qualify student for program. Give group tests to regular/special education classrooms for screening purposes.
• Assign and correct individual special education/regular education student speech assignments. Chart student data; maintain individual data sheets.
• Monitor behavior of individual/small groups; escort student to time out area if needed; monitor students with out-of-control behavior to ensure their safety.
• Duplicate, coordinate and distribute individual education programs/tests/student records to proper departments, check special education and regular education confidential files for therapist; maintain speech department inventory of materials and tests; order protocols as needed; telephone/schedule parents for conferences.
• May assist the certificated SLP with referrals, data collection and all other application steps of the IEP.
• Attend IEP meetings and other pertinent meetings for identified students as determined by the supervising SLP.
• Serve as team member of Communication/Language Model conducted in designated regular education/special education classrooms.
• Contacts teachers, assistants, principals and other for consultation. Contacts parents as needed under the direction of the certificated SLP.
• May assist students with disabilities with toileting and hygiene needs.
• Uphold and assist in enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and board policy.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
• Requires the use of multiple communication and technology systems, which may include electronic mail, computers, document cameras, smart boards, and web-based resources.
• Perform related, similar duties as assigned.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Pathology Assistant to join our team. The Pathology Assistant will work closely with pathologists and other medical professionals to perform various tasks in the pathology laboratory.

Responsibilities:

- Assist pathologists in performing autopsies and examinations of surgical specimens
- Prepare tissue samples for analysis under the supervision of a pathologist
- Maintain accurate records of specimens and results
- Perform administrative tasks related to pathology reports and documentation
- Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Certification as a Pathologists' Assistant (PA) preferred
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
- Experience in acute care settings, particularly in pediatrics
- Familiarity with speech therapy practices is a plus

This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals with a passion for pathology and healthcare to contribute to the diagnosis and treatment of patients. If you meet the qualifications and are eager to work in a dynamic medical environment, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.21 - $32.11 per hour

Expected hours: 32.50 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Bremerton, WA 98311: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person