"Speech Language Pathologist SLP (Instructor)"

Speech Language Pathologist - SLP (Instructor)

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery

Position #: 00844109 - Requisition #38634

Job Summary:

The Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery is seeking an experienced, highly collaborative Speech-Language Pathologist to join our Laryngology practice at the University of Colorado Hospital and affiliated sites. This is a full-time, advanced clinical role ideally suited for an SLP with a strong background in multidisciplinary team-based care and demonstrated clinical leadership within complex medical settings. The successful candidate will be appointed to the rank of Instructor and will function as a member of an academic tertiary referral practice specializing in the evaluation and management of complex adult voice, airway, and swallowing disorders. Clinical care is primarily outpatient.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment of adult patients with complex voice and upper airway needs, including professional voice users and singers.
• Manage patients with diagnoses such as benign laryngeal lesions, glottic insufficiency, muscle tension dysphonia, neurologic voice disorders (e.g., Parkinson's disease), chronic cough, inducible laryngeal obstruction, and breathing pattern disorder.
• Support patients with voice modification for gender voice congruence.
• Perform and interpret specialized diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including: videolaryngostroboscopy (flexible and rigid), acoustic and aerodynamic analysis, and motor speech and auditory-perceptual voice evaluations.
• Serve as an integral member of multidisciplinary care teams, working closely with laryngologists, other referring physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and support staff.
• Participate in joint and solo clinics, perioperative education, and longitudinal care coordination.
• Confer regularly with physicians to support diagnostic decision-making and treatment planning.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of clinical protocols, patient education materials, and service delivery models.
• Support growth and innovation within the Laryngology Division through quality improvement, clinical program development, and strategic collaboration.
• Participate in the education of SLP students, medical residents, fellows, nurses, and medical assistants.
• Engage in the academic mission through clinical research, clinical trials, manuscript preparation, abstract submission, and scientific presentations, consistent with interest and experience.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory and billing requirements.
• Demonstrate professionalism, adaptability, and excellence in a fast-paced academic medical environment.

Work Location: This role is expected to work onsite in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a comprehensive urban research university... (benefits listed including Medical, Dental, Retirement 401(a) Plan with 10% employer contribution, PTO, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited U.S. institution
• Eligibility for or possession of a Colorado Speech-Language Pathology license.

Preferred Qualifications: (listed including CCC-SLP, advanced experience, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (listed)

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit: 1. A letter of interest... 2. Curriculum vitae / Resume 3. Five professional references...

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.

Questions should be directed to: Carly Moses, carly.moses@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins: Screening begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please apply by February 28th for best consideration.

HIRING RANGE: $72,779 to $98,987