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Company: MedStar Health
Location: Bel Air, MD
Career Level: Director
Industries: Not specified
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About the Job

General Summary of Position
Provides Speech Language Pathology services to communicatively and swallowing impaired patients under the supervision of a licensed and certified SLP. Participates in educational activities and special projects. Assists in achieving Service goals. Assists in the maintenance of the professional image of the Service inside and outside of the hospital.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities


  • Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
  • Evaluates voice speech language cognitive-communication pragmatic communication and swallowing abilities of assigned patients
  • Supervised when performing bedside dysphagia evaluation/working toward Dysphagia Evaluation Competencies
  • Plans and implements rehabilitative procedures for communicatively and swallowing impaired patients using sound clinical reasoning in order to maximize patient outcome and safety
  • Counsels patients and families regarding the individual's SLP diagnosis and plan and appropriately involves patients and/or families in treatment planning
  • Refers patients to appropriate care providers or community services when indicated
  • Effectively and efficiently documents and bills all clinical activity in accordance with Service Program site hospital and professional practice guidelines Participates in quality improvement and peer review activities
  • Maintains an accurate schedule and meets productivity target Facilitates communication and problem solving among SLP staff and/or within the treatment team including active and effective participation in team/family conferences Keeps supervisor informed regarding progress of assigned patients and activity surrounding pertinent professional endeavors
  • Identifies opportunities for process improvement and actively participates in SLP Team Meetings/Continuing Education Lecture discussions
  • Recommends appropriate clinical materials and equipment for Service procurement Functions as a role model through demonstration of professional conduct and assures compliance with NRH Network and clinic policies and procedures
  • Takes initiative in pursuing and directing continuing education for professional growth and competency
  • Provides training and education to members of multiple professional disciplines in the hospital Serves as a professional resource in limited areas of competency.
  • Participates in Student Training program via student lecture provision
  • Abides by the Code of Ethics of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
    • Minimal Qualifications
    Education
    • Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program required
    Experience
    • Graduate level practice in the area of neurogenic communication and swallowing disorders required
    Licenses and Certifications
    • Current BLS Certification required
    Knowledge Skills and Abilities
    • Must have excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrate ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Must be developing competence in the diagnosis and management of neurogenic communication and swallowing disorders.
    • Foster's positive work environment and team building.
    • Must be proficient in Microsoft office products and demonstrate basic computer skills.

    This position has a hiring range of

    USD $74,214.00 - USD $134,596.00 /Yr.


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