Speech Language Pathologist SLP

CommuniCare Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

CommuniCare Health in Hagerstown is seeking a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist to provide evaluation and treatment of communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders on an as-needed basis.

You will develop individualized treatment plans, educate patients and families, and collaborate with rehab staff while maintaining records and contributing to continuing education.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current state license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• CCC-SLP certification preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Competency in evaluation and treatment of speech, language, cognitive, and dysphagia disorders.
• Knowledge of state and federal healthcare accreditation guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, screen, and treat patients needing speech, language, cognitive, or swallowing therapy.
• Review medical charts and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Implement treatment plans and educate clinical staff.
• Provide supervision for therapy assistants or clinical fellows as applicable.
• Maintain accurate billing information and confidentiality of records.
• Attend interdisciplinary and family meetings as appropriate.

Skills

Strong communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist

Hagerstown, MD

Type

PRN

Experience

1 year

Speech-Language Pathologist

Hagerstown Nursing and Rehab is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team on a PRN basis.

Job Summary:

As a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and rehabilitation services on an as-needed basis. You will be responsible for evaluating and treating patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing education to patients, families, and rehabilitation staff. You will also maintain accurate records, participate in continuing education programs, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, screen, and treat patients who need speech, language, cognitive, or swallowing therapy services
• Review medical charts and develop comprehensive treatment plans in accordance with patient needs
• Implement treatment plans through direct intervention and education of clinical staff
• Provide necessary supervision for therapy assistants or clinical fellows as applicable
• Maintain accurate billing information and strict confidentiality of medical records
• Attend interdisciplinary meetings and family meetings as appropriate

Requirements:

• Master's or Doctorate Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Current state license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathology
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Competency in evaluation and treatment principles for speech, language, cognitive, and dysphagia (swallowing) disorders
• Knowledge of state and federal healthcare accreditation guidelines