Speech Language Pathologist PRN

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Easton (MD); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 105.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation seeks a licensed speech-language pathologist to evaluate patients, determine goals, and develop individualized treatment plans for speech, language, or hearing needs.

The role includes documenting evaluations, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, mentoring students, and participating in quality-improvement activities to ensure compassionate, patient-centered care.

Formación

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Completion of Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY).
• Full license to practice speech-language pathology in Maryland.
• CCC Certification required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluate patients and determine goals and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Record evaluations and care in the medical record.
• Provide therapy and counseling to individuals with speech, language, or hearing needs.
• Mentor and train clinical team members and students when eligible.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and suggest improvements.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Customer service

Educación

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CFY completion

Descripción del empleo

Job Requirements

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

Qualifications

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 policies and/or organizational 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.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Work Experience & Education - Required

Education: Master's degree in speech language pathology.

Experience: Successful completion of Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY). 1 year of experience beyond the CFY is preferred.

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.