Speech Language Pathologist SLP

FutureCare•Prince George's County, MD

12d•Onsite

About The Position

At FutureCare, our Speech Language Pathologists are a part of the interdisciplinary team who create and implement treatment plans for our residents to improve speech, language, and cognitive communication disorder issues while educating our residents and family members. Proud to be the only healthcare company in Baltimore to be named a “Top Workplace” for 14 years in a row and recognized in US Newsweek as “Best Nursing Homes”, FutureCare stands out as a leader in managing healthcare across a continuum of care. We are known for recognizing hard work and dedication and reward our team members for their compassion and care. We also offer a Competitive Salary, Excellent Benefits Package, Flex/Advance Pay, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Career Growth Ladder, Employee Referral Bonus Program, Employee Assistance, and matching 401K Plan.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved program in Speech/Language Pathology culminating in the receipt of a Master’s or Doctoral Degree
Valid license in Speech Language Pathology services at the clinical level in the state of Maryland
Certification by the American Speech/Language/Hearing Association
Demonstrated competency in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment used in Speech/Language Pathology to the resident population served in this facility
Ability to assess resident needs and develop and implement a comprehensive plan of care
Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements

Nice To Haves

SLP Clinical Fellowship are welcome

Responsibilities

On referral, evaluates the impact of available resident information on the assessment and treatment process
Conduct and document a thorough assessment of the resident to determine and diagnose communicative deficits and equipment needs
Develop and implement an individualized treatment program based on the initial evaluation and containing achievable functional goals
Compile with evaluation, treatment and documentation guidelines described in facility policy and procedures
Complete appropriate documentation in the resident’s medical record following each treatment session
Revise the resident’s treatment program, as needed, based upon resident performance
Document the course of treatment in a clear, concise discharge summary utilizing a prescribed format
Orient residents to program services and treatment procedures appropriate to their needs. Informs residents of any potential risk during any procedure
Work with nursing staff, resident and families to maximize resident’s use of functional abilities
Instruct residents and family/other caregiver about therapeutic procedures to be continued by the resident following discharge
Assist in the referral process when a resident requires additional services following discharge. Maintains current knowledge of community resources