Speech Language Pathologist SLP

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the impact of resident information on assessment and treatment processes.
• 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.
• Comply 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.
• Maintain 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.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• SLP Clinical Fellowship are welcome.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Excellent Benefits Package
• Flex/Advance Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Growth Ladder
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance
• matching 401K Plan