Speech Language Pathologist PRN - Acute Care

About this Job MedStar Health is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center. The Speech-Language Pathologist provides speech-language pathology services, including screening and evaluation, treatment planning, implementation, re-assessment and revision, patient/client reevaluation, discharge planning, and documentation in a variety of settings. The Speech-Language Pathologist participates as requested in program planning and protocol development and assists the team in meeting established goals. Primary Duties Provides evaluation services including review of pertinent historical information, performance of specific assessments, determination of recommendations and documentation of results. Explains evaluation findings and treatment plan to patient and family and incorporates them in goal setting. Demonstrates proficiency in implementation of treatment protocols based upon evaluation findings, the patient’s presentation, and the evolving health care environment. Consults with other healthcare professionals as indicated. Recognizes and documents changes in patient’s condition requiring modification of the plan of care and/or the need for medical/rehabilitation consultation. Completes appropriate discharge planning and follow-up care. Accurately and timely documents and charges for patient care activities, painting a clear picture of the patient’s course of care including focused initial evaluation/plan of care, daily encounter notes, interim progress summaries, and discharge evaluation. Demonstrates effective time management and meets productivity expectations. Manages an accurate schedule. Demonstrates a professional commitment to provide frictionless patient access to care through flexibility, adaptability, creativity, and actions that display empathy in a patient consumer-driven environment. Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency for self and organization. Serves as a clinical instructor to assign students. Assists with orientation and mentoring of new staff, students, and volunteers. Qualifications Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited school. Completion of clinical fellowship year (CFY). Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in Maryland, District of Columbia (DC), and/or Virginia as deemed necessary for your specific location(s). American Speech Language Hearing Association Certificate of Clinical Competence. Hiring range: USD $55.00 - USD $55.00 /Hr. #J-18808-Ljbffr MedStar Health