Speech Language Pathologist, Stroke, Brain Injury Unit at University of Maryland Medical System

Baltimore, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Speech Therapy, Patient Assessment, Treatment Planning, Clinical Documentation, Patient Counseling, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Mentorship, Performance Improvement, Problem Solving, Time Management, Medical Equipment Operation, Patient-Centered Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Requirements Delivers speech therapy services through the evaluation of patient needs, goal determination, and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of speech therapy. · Performs speech therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted standards, Maryland Board of Speech: Board of Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, and Speech-Language Pathologists, code of ethics, and departmental and/or organizational policies and procedures. · Performs patient assessments and develops individualized treatment plan programs for clients/patients diagnosed as needing speech, language, or hearing interventions. Develops and maintains long- and short-term treatment objectives and re-evaluates and modifies treatment programs as necessary. · Records patient evaluations, re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record, in accordance with departmental documentation standards. · Informs patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members of evaluation results and plan for treatment and refers for further evaluation. · Plans and provides therapy education and counseling to individuals. · Provides mentorship and training to clinical team members and/or students as eligible based on departmental needs. · Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service. · Participates in performance improvement activities and suggests areas for improvement to colleagues in a tactful and considerate manner. Proposes performance improvement topics and alternate treatment techniques to improve therapy services. · Reports clinical and operational issues to departmental leadership and assists in their resolution to assure high quality care and efficient departmental operations. · Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Experience Education & Experience - Required Education: Master’s degree in speech language pathology. Experience: Successful completion of Clinical Fellowship Year. Licensure/Certifications: Full speech pathology license in the state of Maryland Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC) is required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Ability to access, review, and integrate information from a variety of sources to develop a treatment plan. Strong verbal, written, and non-verbal communication skills, including the ability to instruct oth ers.Interpersonal skills to enable the therapist to establish and maintain rapport with patient as part of the therapeutic relationship. Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team. Ability to manage time and set priorities according to the demands of the job. Ability to conceptualize and problem-solve in the management of the patient. Ability to break down functional tasks to achieve patient centered goals. Ability to communicate effectively with team members and patients. Ability and willingness to adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the organization. Ability to maintain confidentiality with patients and team members. Ability to effectively use various pieces of medical and therapeutic equipment.

Responsibilities

The role involves evaluating patient needs and developing individualized treatment plans for those with speech, language, or hearing impairments. Responsibilities include providing therapy education, documenting care in medical records, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care.