Speech Therapist-Clin Fellow

Powerback Rehabilitation; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 61,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

H-1B visa sponsorship

Relocation assistance

Journey Travel Program

Free CEUs via Medbridge

PowerZone recognition program

Clinicians in Action development

Job summary

Powerback Rehabilitation is seeking a Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellow (SLP-CF) to complete the required fellowship under supervision by a licensed ASHA-certified SLP. The role supports licensure progression and works within CMS guidelines for the duration of the provisional license.

Responsibilities include patient care, referrals, and collaboration with the rehab team to deliver effective therapy across cognitive-communication, speech, and swallowing domains, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Master's degree required and ASHA-acceptable credentials.
• Licensed, certified or credentialed as required in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Complete required Clinical Fellowship with supervision and mentoring by a licensed ASHA-certified SLP.
• Meet state licensure requirements and CMS supervision standards for the duration of the provisional license.
• Document licensure and fellowship progress with supervisor and Rehab Director.
• Provide patient care coordination, referrals, and collaboration with rehab team to meet goals.
• Promote safety, order supplies, and maintain equipment as needed.

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive.

With over four decades of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members.
• Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.

Paid Time Off

• We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.

Support for New Grads

• Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.

Continuing Education

• Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.

H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance

• We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.

Perks at Powerback

• Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more.
• Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
• Expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

• 1. SLP-CF must complete a minimum of 36 weeks (for full time employment) Clinical Fellowship while being supervised and mentored by a licensed, ASHA certified SLP.
• 2. SLP-CF must complete all requirements for provisional licensure, if applicable to the state, and practice in accordance to state licensure requirements and professional standards for the duration of the provisional license and Clinical Fellowship. If no provisional licensure in the state, must meet the supervision requirements set forth by CMS for patients with Medicare for the duration of the Clinical Fellowship.
• 3. Communicates status of Clinical Fellowship and licensure to direct supervisor and Director of Rehab in a timely manner. This includes status of necessary requirements, completion of required documentation for Clinical Fellowship, and completion of licensure documentation and application as well as receipt of CCC and permanent license.
• 4. SLP-CF will not be eligible to provide supervision to students during the Clinical Fellowship.
• 5. Meets productivity standards for the rehab gym, or as directed by the Director of Rehab/Clinical Operations Area Director.
• 6. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other related meetings.
• 7. Makes referrals to other disciplines, agencies in order to address the comprehensive needs of the patient.
• 8. Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
• 9. Adapts program and/or plan of care according to the needs of the individual patient.
• 10. Promotes a safe environment and enforces the elimination of fire and safety hazards.
• 11. Orders supplies and equipment as necessary.
• 12. Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
• 13. Puts Patient Service first, ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individual's needs and rights.
• 14. Screens, examines and evaluates patients, including history, systems review, and application of appropriate tests and measures, synthesis information and interprets examination findings in order to establish a diagnosis, identify impairments, determine the predicted level of improvement and the time required to achieve it, identify precautions/contraindications and design and plan of care. Develops appropriate treatment goals and methods in collaboration with the patient and caregivers, implements the speech language pathology treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services. Services include but are not limited to application of therapeutic techniques in areas such as:*cognitive-communication*speech intelligibility*oral motor skills*swallowing disorders/dysphagia*perceptual abilities*orientation*memory*pragmatics*psychosocial expression*functional communication
• 15. Coordinates the acquisition of adaptive communication devices and instructs patients in their use.
• 16. Facilitates identification of hearing deficits and appropriately refers for assessment, diagnosis rehabilitation and/or personal amplification.
• 17. Selects appropriate activities suited to the individual's physical and mental capacity, intelligence level and interest.
• 18. Instructs patient in the skills and techniques required for participation in therapeutic activities, and evaluates patient progress, attitudes and behavior as related to rehabilitative potential.
• 19. Performs routine reexamination as needed/required to modify/progress plan of treatment.
• 20. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• 1. They must possess a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders, Communicative Disorders or similarly titled area that is consistent and acceptable to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• 2. The Speech Language Pathologist must be licensed, certified or credentialed, as required in the state of practice.

Posted Salary Range: USD $44.00 - USD $50.00 /Hr.