Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Heritage•Leonardtown, MD

19d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthPRO Pediatrics is seeking a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP) to join our supportive school-based team in Leonardtown, Maryland for the 2026–2027 school year. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day while maintaining excellent work-life balance, whether working with elementary-aged students or supporting early intervention in Infant/Toddler programs. We offer competitive pay, school-based hours with holidays off, a supportive therapist-led environment, ongoing professional development, and the chance to help students build communication skills, confidence, and independence.

Requirements

Graduate from an ASHA accredited Speech Therapy program
Current State Speech Therapist license
Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA when applicable
Current CPR certification
Efficient problem-solving skills
Exceptional communication skills and time management skills
Must keep best interest of the client and family at the forefront of all activities
Collaborative nature
Allegiance to the mission, values, and vision of the organization
Demonstrate knowledge of principles, techniques, materials and equipment in pediatric speech therapy.
Ability to evaluate a patient’s speech therapy needs and communicate the patient’s needs to the legal guardian and/or appropriate parties involved in the patient’s care.
Ability to communicate with a high degree of written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of CPT & ICD 10 coding procedures.
Thorough knowledge of speech therapy principles and practices.
Demonstrate working knowledge of computer programs (EMRs)

Responsibilities

Provide speech/language/feeding & swallowing services to the pediatric population age 0-21 with developmental, neurological, and medical based disorders in a school setting.
Perform highly responsible work that will promote quality patient care and efficiency.
Plan and administer evaluations, treatment plans, consults, screenings, and parent education.
Promote the overall health of the patient.
Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team including physicians, psychologists, therapists, BCBAs, school staff, and parents to provide holistic services.
Provide skilled speech therapy treatment plans in accordance with physician orders by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results of patients.
Adhere to state requirements for supervision of SLPAs and Clinical Fellows to provide services with the highest care standards.
Assure continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs, instructing patients, recommending and/or providing assistive equipment/follow up programs.
Promptly and thoroughly document and maintain clinical and administrative records regarding patient limitations/interventions, treatments, responses and progress to administered therapy as well as discharge summaries.
Maintain patient records confidentially.
Record treatment charges daily and complete documentation in accurate and timely manner.
Comply with the applicable State Speech Therapy Practice Act, codes and regulations.
Recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations per protocols.
Maintain clean work area, clean treatment rooms and request needed supplies.
Maintain professional appearance and personal conduct at all times.
Comply with all company policies and procedures.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and other professionals as it relates to collaboration of care for the patient.
Keep regular clinic hours as approved by Manager.
Direct all patient scheduling matters through the front desk coordinator.
Attend meetings as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.