Weekend Speech Language Pathologist - Washington, United States - MEDSTAR HEALTH

Description

General Summary of Position

MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist to join our team on a PRN basis We are a 130-bed Inpatient Acute Rehabilitation hospital looking for a licensed Speech Language Pathologist with competency in the diagnosis and management of neurogenic communication disorders and dysphagia.

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will provide Speech Language Pathology services to communicatively and swallowing impaired patients. 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. Beginning to supervise students and mentor other staff level team members. Beginning participation in hospital programs/committees and other in-house professional development activities (e.g., teaching, research).

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Primary Duties:

• Evaluates voice, speech, language, cognitive-communication, pragmatic communication, and swallowing abilities of assigned patients. Independent in performing bedside dysphagia evaluation/has achieved Dysphagia Evaluation Competencies. Plans and implements rehabilitative procedures for communicatively and swallowing impaired patients using sound clinical reasoning to maximize patient outcome and safety.
• Counsels patients and families regarding the individual's SLP (Speech Language Pathologist) diagnosis and plan, and appropriately involves patients and/or families in treatment planning and 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. 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. 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.
• 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 clinical resource and mentor for other staff members. Participates in Student Training program via student lecture and/or secondary student supervision. Abides by the Code of Ethics of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
• License to practice Speech-Language Pathology from the Department of Health (Washington, D.C (District of Columbia).).
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.

Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

• Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
• Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.