Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - PRN

Futurecare Associates, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 63,369 - 73,012; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Excellent benefits package

Flex/Advance Pay

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Career growth ladder

Employee referral bonus program

Employee assistance

Matching 401(k) plan

Job summary

FutureCare is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to join our interdisciplinary team. You will evaluate residents, develop individualized treatment plans, and implement evidence-based interventions to improve speech, language, and cognitive communication disorders.

You will educate residents and families and collaborate with nursing staff to maximize functional abilities. The role requires a master’s or doctoral degree in SLP, Maryland licensure, and ASHA certification.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Valid Maryland license in SLP.
• ASHA Certification.
• Competency in applying SLP principles and equipment.
• Ability to assess resident needs and develop a care plan.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate impact of resident information on assessment and treatment.
• Conduct thorough assessment to diagnose communicative deficits and equipment needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment programs with achievable goals.
• Follow facility evaluation and documentation guidelines.
• Document treatment in medical records after each session.
• Adjust treatment plan based on progress.
• Prepare discharge summaries in prescribed format.
• Educate residents and families about procedures and risks.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and families to maximize functional abilities.
• Instruct residents and families for continued care after discharge.
• Assist in referral processes for additional services.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical competency

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Master's or Doctoral in SLP

Maryland license

ASHA Certification

Tools

Assessment tools

Job description

Overview

At FutureCare, our Speech Language Pathologist are part of the interdisciplinary team who create and implement treatment plans for our residents to improve speech, language and cognitive communication disorder issues while educating our residents and family members.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Excellent benefits package
• Flex/Advance Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career growth ladder
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee assistance
• Matching 401(k) plan

Salary

• Range $46.50 - $52.92 per hour

Salary Disclosure Statement

The salary mentioned above reflects the potential base pay range for this role. Bonuses or other incentives (if applicable) are offered separately and paid pursuant to the relevant program schedule. All employment offers will consider such factors as overall experience, job‑related qualifications, location, certifications/training, etc.

Responsibilities

• On referral, evaluates the impact of available resident information on the assessment and treatment process
• Conduct and document a thorough assessment of the resident to determine and diagnose communicative deficits and equipment needs
• Develop and implement an individualized treatment program based on the initial evaluation and containing achievable functional goals
• Complie with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines described in facility policy and procedures
• Complete appropriate documentation in the resident’s medical record following each treatment session
• Revise the resident’s treatment program, as needed, based upon resident performance
• Document the course of treatment in a clear, concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format
• Orient residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. Informs residents of any potential risk during any procedure
• Work with nursing staff, resident and families to maximize resident’s use of functional abilities
• Instruct residents and family/other caregiver about therapeutic procedures to be continued by the resident following discharge
• Assist in the referral process when a resident requires additional services following discharge. Maintains current knowledge of community resources

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved program in Speech/Language Pathology culminating in the receipt of a Master’s or Doctoral Degree
• Valid license in Speech Language Pathology services at the clinical level in the state of Maryland
• Certification by the American Speech/Language/Hearing Association
• Demonstrated competency in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in Speech/Language Pathology to the resident population served in this facility
• Ability to assess resident needs and develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements
• SLP Clinical Fellowship are welcome

Equal Opportunity Employer

FutureCare has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We actively promote equality of opportunity for all and welcome all applications.