Speech Language Pathologist, Clinical Fellow

University of Maryland Medical System; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Speech Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow, where you'll provide essential speech therapy services and develop individualized treatment plans under supervision. This role offers unparalleled clinical variety and support, perfect for new graduates eager to grow professionally. You'll engage with a diverse patient population and collaborate with a dedicated healthcare team, ensuring high-quality care and excellent patient outcomes. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and ready for a rewarding career in a leading medical system, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech language pathology required.
• No prior experience necessary for this clinical fellowship role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver speech language pathology services under supervision.
• Develop and maintain individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Participate in educational and programmatic activities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Master's degree in speech language pathology

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Company Description

The University of Maryland Medical System is a 14-hospital system with academic, community and specialty medical services reaching every part of Maryland and beyond. UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, Neurocare, cardiac care, women’s and children’s health and physical rehabilitation. UMMS is the fourth largest private employer in the Baltimore metropolitan area and one of the top 20 employers in the state of Maryland. No organization will give you the clinical variety, the support, or the opportunities for professional growth that you’ll enjoy as a member of our team.

Company Description

The University of Maryland Medical System is a 14-hospital system with academic, community and specialty medical services reaching every part of Maryland and beyond. UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, Neurocare, cardiac care, women’s and children’s health and physical rehabilitation. UMMS is the fourth largest private employer in the Baltimore metropolitan area and one of the top 20 employers in the state of Maryland. No organization will give you the clinical variety, the support, or the opportunities for professional growth that you’ll enjoy as a member of our team.

Job Description

Job Summary

Under supervision, delivers speech language pathology services through the evaluation of patient needs, goal determination; and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of speech/language pathology to fulfill the requirements for a Clinical Fellowship Year per the Maryland State Speech Language Pathology Board.

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs speech therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted standards, Maryland Board of Speech: Board of Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, and Speech-Language Pathologists, code of ethics, and departmental and/or organizational policies and procedures.
• Performs patient assessments and develops individualized treatment plan programs for clients/patients diagnosed as needing speech, language, or hearing interventions. Develops and maintains long- and short-term treatment objectives and re-evaluates and modifies treatment programs as necessary.
• Completes all requirements of the fellowship program including participating in all educational and programmatic activities and developing and maintaining a personal program of self-study and professional growth under the guidance of residency team members.
• Records patient evaluations, re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record, in accordance with departmental documentation standards.
• Informs patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members of evaluation results and plan for treatment and refers for further evaluation.
• Plans and provides therapy, education, and counseling to individuals.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and suggests areas for improvement to colleagues in a tactful and considerate manner. Proposes performance improvement topics and alternate treatment techniques to improve therapy services.
• Reports clinical and operational issues to departmental leadership and assists in their resolution to assure high quality care and efficient departmental operations.
• Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications

Education & Experience - Required

• Education: Master’s degree in speech language pathology.
• Experience: No experience required.
• Licensure/Certifications:
• Limited speech pathology license in the state of Maryland.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
  
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to access, review, and integrate information from a variety of sources to develop a treatment plan.
• Strong verbal, written, and non-verbal communication skills, including the ability to instruct others.
• Interpersonal skills to enable the therapist to establish and maintain rapport with patient as part of the therapeutic relationship.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team.
• Ability to manage time and set priorities according to the demands of the job.
• Ability to conceptualize and problem-solve in the management of the patient.
• Ability to break down functional tasks to achieve patient centered goals.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and patients.
• Ability and willingness to adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the organization.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with patients and team members.
• Ability to effectively use various pieces of medical and therapeutic equipment.
  
  
  

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $26.00 Flat Rate
• Other Compensation (if applicable):
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide
  
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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