Speech Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP), Per Diem Day Shift, Inpatient Rehabilitation

AHC Rehabilitation – White Oak Medical Center White Oak Medical Center seeks to hire an experienced Speech Language Pathologist for our Inpatient Therapy Department who will embrace our mission to extend God’s care through the ministry of physical, mental, and spiritual healing. Responsibilities Perform an initial examination and evaluation to establish an impairment/diagnosis, prognosis and plan of care prior to intervention for all persons served with basic and some complex rehabilitation needs in acute care, outpatient or inpatient rehabilitation settings (flexes to any Rehab site as needed). Provide, or direct and supervise, the therapy intervention consistent with the results of the examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, and plan of care. The therapist involves the patient/client and appropriate others in the planning, implementation, and assessment of the plan of care, reexamines the patient/client as necessary during an episode of care to evaluate progress or change in patient/client status and modifies the plan of care accordingly or discontinues speech-language pathology services. In consultation with appropriate disciplines, plan for discharge of the patient/client, taking into consideration achievement of anticipated goals and expected outcomes, and provide for appropriate follow‑up or referral. Discontinue intervention when the patient/client is unable to continue to progress toward goals or when the speech-language pathologist determines that the patient/client will no longer benefit from therapy (in coordination with referring provider/team where indicated). Communicate, coordinate, and document all aspects of patient/client management including the results of the initial examination and evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, plan of care, interventions, response to interventions, barriers to progress, changes in patient/client status relative to the interventions, reexamination, and discharge/discontinuation of intervention and other patient/client management activities with members of the care team as indicated. Supervise and direct the patient care activities of assigned rehab aides, office assistants and volunteers. Manage schedule to accommodate range in census and patient load and inform management of any issues with caseload management. Attend team meetings and effectively communicate patient status, using, if needed, the medical record or other treating therapists to ensure sufficient knowledge of the case. Responsible for individual and assigned hospital performance improvement and professional development activities. Educate and provide consultation to consumers, healthcare professionals and the public regarding the purposes and benefits of therapy. Qualifications Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Speech‑language pathology from an accredited speech‑language pathology program. Minimum 2 years’ experience (at least 1 year in setting preferred). Active Maryland License, AHA HCP CPR. Work Schedule Employment Type: Per Diem Typical Schedule: 2 weekend shifts (minimum 6‑hour shifts) or 5 weekday shifts per month (minimum 4‑hour shifts); coverage as needed Additional Availability: Weekday and weekend availability is a plus Shift Type: Day Shift Differential Eligible: No Compensation: Per diem at a rate of $60/hour Holiday Requirement: Two major holidays (at least one winter holiday per year) Pay Range: If the salary range is not displayed or if the position is Per Diem (with a fixed rate), salary discussions will take place during the screening process. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), this position is classified as: United States of America (Non‑Exempt) Benefits Work life balance through nonrotating shifts Recognition and rewards for professional expertise 403(b) retirement plan Free employee parking Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support COVID-19 Vaccination Adventist HealthCare strongly recommends all applicants to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before commencing employment. Applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination. Tobacco and Drug Statement Tobacco use is a well‑recognized preventable cause of death in the United States and an important public health issue. In order to promote and maintain a healthy work environment, Adventist HealthCare will not hire applicants for employment who either state that they are nicotine users or who test positive for nicotine and drug use. While some jurisdictions, including Maryland, permit the use of marijuana for medical purposes, marijuana continues to be classified as an illegal drug under the federal Controlled Substances Act. As a result, medical marijuana use will not be accepted as a valid explanation for a positive drug test result. Adventist HealthCare will withdraw offers of employment to applicants who test positive for Cotinine (nicotine) and marijuana. Those testing positive are given the opportunity to re‑apply in 90 days, if they can truthfully attest that they have not used any nicotine products in the past ninety (90) days and successfully pass follow‑up testing. Equal Employment Opportunity Adventist HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing the best people to cultivate our mission‑centric culture. Our goal is to have a welcoming, equitable, and safe place to work and grow for all employees, no matter their background. 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