MS MedSLP Clinical Educator
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ROCKY MTN UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH
Provo, UT, US
Summary
Provide clinical education and supervision to graduate students in the MS Medical Speech-Language Pathology program. Responsibilities include teaching laboratory courses, guiding student assessments, and reviewing clinical documentation to ensure high-quality patient care.
Job Description
MS MedSLP Clinical Instructor
COMPENSATION
Expected Pay Range: $50 / hour
(Pay rate is commensurate with experience and qualifications.)
WORK ENVIRONMENT & SCHEDULE
This position is primarily campus-based and clinical in nature, working directly with graduate students and clients in the MS Medical Speech-Language Pathology program.
- Per diem/pool position
- Up to 10 hours per week
- Flexible scheduling based on clinical expertise, availability, and program needs
- Supervision assignments are aligned with instructor specialty areas and interests
ABOUT THE ROLE
The MS Medical Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Instructor provides clinical education and supervision to graduate students as they develop assessment, treatment, documentation, and professional practice competencies. This role combines clinical expertise with teaching and mentorship to support student learning while ensuring high-quality client care.
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
Clinical instructors play a critical role in preparing the next generation of speech-language pathologists. Through direct supervision, feedback, and mentorship, instructors help students apply classroom knowledge in real-world clinical settings, develop professional judgment, and deliver evidence-based care to diverse patient populations. This position directly supports student success, program quality, and community access to speech-language pathology services.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The following highlights the primary responsibilities of the role. A full list of essential functions is maintained in the official job description.
- Teach clinical application laboratory courses within the MS MedSLP program.
- Supervise graduate student clinicians during assessment and treatment activities.
- Guide students in conducting appropriate evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans.
- Mentor students in the use of evidence-based therapeutic interventions and clinical decision-making.
- Ensure student compliance with applicable practice acts, professional standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Support students in discharge planning and client recommendations.
- Provide instruction on client and family communication, education, and home program development.
- Review, approve, sign, and co-sign clinical documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and organizational policies.
- Guide students in completing evaluations, treatment notes, and discharge summaries accurately and within established timelines.
- Collaborate with program leadership and clinical education staff to ensure high-quality learning experiences and client outcomes.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology (MA/MS) or equivalent graduate degree.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
- Current Utah Speech-Language Pathology license or eligibility for licensure in Utah.
- Minimum of two (2) years of recent clinical experience in speech-language pathology.
- Demonstrated expertise in assessment and treatment of speech, language, cognitive, and neurogenic communication disorders.
- Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and mentoring skills.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice, ethical clinical care, and student-centered learning.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior experience supervising graduate student clinicians or mentoring healthcare professionals.
- Teaching experience in higher education or clinical education settings.
- Specialized expertise in any area within the scope of practice.
- Experience with electronic documentation systems and clinical outcome tracking.
- Demonstrated commitment to interprofessional collaboration and innovation in clinical education.
ABOUT ROCKY MOUNTAIN UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) is a graduate‑level institution dedicated to advancing healthcare education, research, and service. The university prepares healthcare professionals through evidence‑based curricula, collaborative learning, and a commitment to ethical and inclusive practice.
RMU values innovation, service, and continuous improvement, supporting faculty and staff who contribute to a learning environment focused on student success and community impact.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & ACCOMMODATION
RMU is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Employment with the university is at‑will, unless otherwise provided by applicable state law.
Rocky Mountain University will never ask applicants to deposit checks, purchase equipment, send money, transfer funds, or provide banking information as a condition of employment. Any communication purporting to represent RMU that asks you to deposit checks, return funds, purchase equipment, send money, or provide banking information should be presumed fraudulent.
