Speech Language Pathologist PRN Acute Adult at MedStar Georgetown UniversityHospital

Company: MEDSTAR HEALTH
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: May 25, 2025

Job Description:

General Summary of Position
MedStar Health islooking foraPRN Speech Language Therapistto join ourteamat MedStar GeorgetownUniversityHospital! Acute experience is required.AsaPRN Speech Language Therapist,you willprovidea full range of diagnostic and rehabilitative services for patients with speech-language and/or swallowing disorders. Tests, evaluates, plans, and developsappropriate therapymodalities based on the patient's individual ability/disability. These functions are performedin accordance withall applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Georgetown's philosophy, policies,proceduresand standards.Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your nextgreat careermove!Primary Duties:

• Provides direct speech, language, and swallowing evaluations and re-evaluations, including assessment of prior and current level of functioning, settingappropriate goalsand makingappropriate dischargerecommendationsin accordance withstandards of practice.Providesdirect SLP treatments according to standards of practice, including patient and family education, progression of treatment plan and implementation ofappropriate therapeuticinterventions.
  • Utilizesappropriate documentationforms and abides by PM&Rs documentation standards. Coordinates and prioritizes own schedule in relation to demands of patient treatment and other departmental responsibilities.
    • Demonstrates proper use and maintenance of department equipment and supplies.
      • Collaborates with physicians, patients, family and other members of health care team relative to patient treatment and progress as well as other affiliated agencies with regard to effective discharge planning.
        • Maintains CEUs per state requirements for continued professional competency.Adheres to all Department of Health and Joint Commission regulations with regards to the physical environment and patient care.Qualifications:
          • Bachelor's degreein Speech-Language Pathology.
            • SP-L - Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in the District of Columbia.
              • BLS (Basic Life Support).This position has a hiring range of $60.00 - $60.00Required
                Preferred

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