Speech Language Pathologist, Clinical Fellow
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Speech Language Pathologist, Clinical Fellow
Job ID: REF40441H
Area of Interest: Allied Health
Location: Baltimore,MD US
Hours of Work: Mon-Fri 8 am-430 pm
Job Facility: University Of Maryland Medical Center
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
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Job Summary
Under supervision, delivers speech language pathology services through the evaluation of patient needs, goal determination; and development of treatment plans according to the principles and practices of speech/language pathology to fulfill the requirements for a Clinical Fellowship Year per the Maryland State Speech Language Pathology Board.
Primary Responsibilities
- Performs speech therapy services to patients in accordance with generally accepted standards, Maryland Board of Speech: Board of Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers, and Speech-Language Pathologists, code of ethics, and departmental and/or organizational policies and procedures.
- Performs patient assessments and develops individualized treatment plan programs for clients/patients diagnosed as needing speech, language, or hearing interventions. Develops and maintains long- and short-term treatment objectives and re-evaluates and modifies treatment programs as necessary.
- Completes all requirements of the fellowship program including participating in all educational and programmatic activities and developing and maintaining a personal program of self-study and professional growth under the guidance of residency team members.
- Records patient evaluations, re-evaluations and care provided in the medical record, in accordance with departmental documentation standards.
- Informs patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members of evaluation results and plan for treatment and refers for further evaluation.
- Plans and provides therapy, education, and counseling to individuals.
- Participates in performance improvement activities and suggests areas for improvement to colleagues in a tactful and considerate manner. Proposes performance improvement topics and alternate treatment techniques to improve therapy services.
- Reports clinical and operational issues to departmental leadership and assists in their resolution to assure high quality care and efficient departmental operations.
- Demonstrates interdisciplinary, safe, patient-centered care and delivers excellent customer service.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education & Experience – Required
- Education: Master’s degree in speech language pathology.
- Experience: No experience required.
- Licensure/Certifications:
- Limited speech pathology license in the state of Maryland.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Ability to access, review, and integrate information from a variety of sources to develop a treatment plan.
- Strong verbal, written, and non-verbal communication skills, including the ability to instruct others.
- Interpersonal skills to enable the therapist to establish and maintain rapport with patient as part of the therapeutic relationship.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse healthcare team.
- Ability to manage time and set priorities according to the demands of the job.
- Ability to conceptualize and problem-solve in the management of the patient.
- Ability to break down functional tasks to achieve patient centered goals.
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members and patients.
- Ability and willingness to adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the organization.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality with patients and team members.
- Ability to effectively use various pieces of medical and therapeutic equipment.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
- Pay Range: $26.00 Flat Rate
- Other Compensation (if applicable):
- Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide
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