PRN Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist - Varied Shifts

Medstar Health is looking for an Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist to join our team at MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital! The ideal candidate will be competent in the diagnosis and management of neurogenic communication and swallowing disorders.Shifts will be a combination of weekend, weekday and holiday coverage.

The Inpatient Speech Language Pathologist will provide Speech Language Pathology services to communicatively and swallow impaired patients under the supervision of a licensed and certified SLP (Speech Language Pathologist). 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.

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Primary Duties:

• 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 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 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.

• 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 MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital 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. 16. 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).

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.

• Graduate level practice in neurogenic communication and swallowing disorders.