Speech Language Pathologist - Holy Cross Hospital

Overview Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist Employment Type: Part Time Shift: Days with every other weekend rotation Location: Silver Spring Department: Speech Therapy Position Highlights: Competitive salary; Quality of Life: Flexible work schedules; Advancement: Career growth opportunities Responsibilities Direct Patient Care: Evaluates patients utilizing standardized assessments and observations to determine functional status Develops and implements an individualized plan of care based upon evaluation findings Modify/update the plan of care based on clinical findings/identified needs Educate patient, family and caregivers in accordance with the plan of care Participate in the development of a discharge plan with the patient/family/caregiver and interdisciplinary team Demonstrate awareness of a patient’s individual physical, emotional and medical needs Applies the principles of growth and development over the life span and considers age specific, gender specific and cultural needs of the patient Treat in accordance with professional and departmental guidelines Documentation: Maintain appropriate documentation for each evaluation and treatment session that complies with professional, hospital and departmental guidelines Accurately records patient charges in accordance with department guidelines Fulfill education and training requirements to allow access to the hospital’s Electronic Medical Record Communication: Maintain polite and appropriate communication with patients, visitors, and colleagues Respond to departmental communications (e.g., phone calls, emails) in a timely manner Report safety concerns in a timely manner Remain apprised of hospital-wide and departmental information/expectations Communicate schedule availability to department leadership Professional Responsibilities: Complete necessary continuing education to meet license renewal requirements Adhere to departmental and organizational Policies and Procedures What You Will Need Graduate of an accredited school with a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology Holds ASHA’s Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) Current Maryland license to practice Speech-Language Pathology Experience in acute care or rehabilitation setting with an emphasis on adult neurogenic disorders, dysphagia and cognitive-communication impairments preferred CPR certified within probationary period Reads, writes, speaks and comprehends the English language Pay Pay Range: $46.00 - $50.65 per hour. Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location. About Us Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves more than 240,000 individuals each year from Maryland's two largest counties — Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Holy Cross Health earns national awards, clinical designations and accreditations across a wide range of specialties for providing innovative, high-quality health care services. Equal Employment Opportunity: Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr