Speech Language Pathologist I

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist for a part-time role (Mon, Wed, Fri 8:00am - 4:30 pm EST). Delivers speech therapy services through evaluation, goal determination, and treatment planning.

The position requires Master's in SLP, CCC, Maryland licensure, and BLS. Responsibilities include patient assessments, developing and adjusting treatment plans, documentation, family communication, and collaboration with an interprofessional

Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech language pathology required.
• CCC certification and Maryland licensure required.
• Current BLS certification.
• Successful completion of Clinical Fellowship Year and Maryland licensure requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs speech therapy services to patients following standards and departmental policies.
• Performs patient assessments and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Develops and maintains short- and long-term treatment objectives; re-evaluates as needed.
• Records evaluations and care in medical records per documentation standards.
• Informs patients and families of results and plan for treatment; refers for further evaluation.
• Plans and provides therapy education and counseling to individuals.
• Mentors and trains clinical team members and/or students as needed.
• Delivers patient-centered care and supports interprofessional collaboration.
• Reports issues to leadership and assists in resolution to ensure quality care.

Skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Team collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CCC Certification

Maryland state licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Job Requirements

This is a PART TIME POSITION (Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00am - 4:30 pm EST)

Job Summary

Delivers speech therapy services through the evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of speech therapy.

Primary Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.

• 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.
• 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.
• Provides mentorship and training to clinical team members and/or students as eligible based on departmental needs.
• Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient‑centered care and delivers excellent customer service.
• 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

Required Education: Master's degree in speech language pathology.

Experience: Successful completion of Clinical Fellowship Year.

Licensure/Certifications: Full speech pathology license in the state of Maryland.

Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC) is required.

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.

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

Compensation

Pay Range: $36.83- $55.29

Other Compensation (if applicable): n/a

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