Speech Language Pathologist PRN - Acute / Inpatient Rehab

MedStar Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 62,508 - 89,027; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Baltimore is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to provide comprehensive speech-language services across multiple hospitals. This position involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams to achieve patient goals.

The ideal candidate should hold a Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology, possess a Maryland license, and demonstrate effective communication and documentation skills. A commitment to patient care and professional development is essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Completion of clinical fellowship year as required.
• Licensure in Maryland, DC, and/or Virginia.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation services for speech and language disorders.
• Implement treatment protocols based on evaluations and patient conditions.
• Ensure accurate documentation and charging for patient care activities.
• Manage patient schedules and demonstrate professional commitment.
• Assist in mentoring new staff and students.

Skills

Speech-language pathology services

Assessment and evaluation

Treatment planning

Patient communication

Documentation and reporting

Time management

Collaboration with healthcare professionals

Continuing education initiative

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Completion of clinical fellowship year (CFY)

Job description

About the Job

Join the Centralized PRN Pool in Baltimore for an opportunity to work at all four MedStar Health Baltimore hospitals: (Weekend Coverage Required). MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, MedStar Harbor Hospital.

MedStar Health is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital!

The Speech Language Pathologist provides speech-language pathology services, including but not limited to screening and evaluation, treatment planning, treatment implementation, treatment re‑assessment and revision, patient/client reevaluation, discharge planning, and documentation in a variety of settings. The Speech Language Pathologist participates as requested in program planning and protocol development and assists the team in meeting established goals.

Primary Duties

• Provides evaluation services including review of pertinent historical information, performance of specific assessments, and determination of recommendations and documentation of results. Explains evaluation findings and treatment plan to patient and family and incorporates patient and family in goal setting.
• Demonstrates proficiency in implementation of treatment protocols based upon evaluation findings, the patient’s presentation, and the evolving healthcare environment. Consults with other healthcare professionals as indicated. Recognizes and documents changes in patient’s condition requiring modification of the plan of care and/or need for medical/rehabilitation consultation.
• Completes appropriate discharge planning and follow-up care. Accurately and timely documents and charges for patient care activities considering the evolving healthcare environment, painting a clear picture of the patient’s course of care including focused initial evaluation/plan of care that establishes baseline and goals, daily encounter notes, interim progress summaries, and discharge evaluation.
• Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations. Manages an accurate schedule. Demonstrates a professional commitment to provide frictionless patient access to care through flexibility, adaptability, creativity, and actions/behaviors that display empathy in our patient consumer‑driven environment.
• Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency for self and organization. Serves as a clinical instructor to assign students. Assists with orientation and mentoring of new staff, students, and volunteers.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech‑Language Pathology from an accredited school of Speech Language Pathology.
• Completion of clinical fellowship year (CFY).
• Licensed Speech‑Language Pathologist in Maryland, District of Columbia (DC), and/or Virginia licensure as deemed necessary for your specific location(s).
• American Speech‑Language‑Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence.

This position has a hiring range of USD $55.00 - USD $55.00 /Hr.