Title: Student Assistant - Lee NIH Grant Location: Lubbock, Texas United States Part Time On-site Job Description: Position Description A student enrolled in the TTU System interested in cleft palates, employed to perform work as assigned by the supervisor. Requisition ID 44226BR Travel Required None Pay Grade Maximum 13.00 Major/Essential Functions - Clinical Support: - Assist in the evaluation and therapy of clients, particularly those with cleft palate or related speech disorders. - Aid in the preparation and organization of assessment materials and therapy sessions. - Observe and record client behavior and progress, providing support to licensed Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs). - Phonetic Transcription: - Utilize phonetic transcription skills to accurately transcribe client speech samples for assessment and therapy purposes. - Assist in the analysis of phonetic data to support clinical evaluations and treatment planning. - Maintain accuracy and consistency in phonetic transcriptions, adhering to established standards. - Data Management: - Support the management of client records, including data entry, updating, and maintaining confidentiality. - Use basic computer skills to organize and track client progress, session notes, and other relevant documentation. - Assist in preparing reports and summaries based on client data and therapy outcomes. - Administrative Assistance: - Help with scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and coordinating communication between clients and SLPs. - Assist in the preparation of educational and informational materials for clients and staff. - Perform general administrative tasks such as filing, organizing, and maintaining office supplies. - Educational and Research Support: - Participate in research projects or case studies related to cleft palate or other areas of interest in speech-language pathology. - Review and synthesize current literature and research findings to support ongoing clinical work and learning. - Contribute to discussions and case presentations, sharing relevant insights and observations. - Communication and Interaction: - Communicate effectively with clients, families, and team members. - Provide clear and supportive interactions during therapy sessions, addressing client questions and concerns as appropriate. - Exhibit good listening skills to accurately understand and respond to client needs and feedback. - Professional Development: - Engage in training and educational opportunities to enhance knowledge in speech-language pathology and related areas. - Stay informed about new developments, techniques, and best practices in the field of speech-language pathology, especially regarding cleft palate. - Team Collaboration: - Work collaboratively with SLPs, other students, and staff to ensure effective client care and support. - Participate in team meetings, sharing observations and contributing to case discussions. Grant Funded? Yes Pay Grade Minimum 7.25 Pay Basis Hourly Work Location Lubbock Preferred Qualifications - GPA higher than 3.5 in speech-language-hearing sciences courses. - Experience in phonetic transcription. Department Speech Language and Hearing Sci Lbk Required Attachments Cover Letter, Resume / CV Job Type Part Time Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan. Shift Day EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. Required Qualifications A student enrolled in at least six hours. Does this position work in a research laboratory? 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