Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Heritage•Leonardtown, MD

4d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthPro Pediatrics, a division of HealthPro Heritage, is hiring a full-time, onsite Speech Language Pathologist for a school setting in Leonardtown, Maryland. The role provides speech, language, feeding, and swallowing services to children ages 0–21 with developmental, neurological, and medical-based disorders. The therapist plans and administers evaluations, treatment plans, consultations, screenings, and parent education to promote patients’ overall health and progress. The Speech Language Pathologist works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team that may include physicians, psychologists, therapists, BCBAs, school staff, and parents. The role requires flexibility with scheduled hours as the company grows. HealthPro Pediatrics describes its environment as collaborative, with opportunities for mentorship, professional growth, and leadership across ABA, outpatient pediatrics, early intervention, and school-based therapy services.

Requirements

Graduate of an ASHA-accredited Speech Therapy program.
Current state Speech Therapist license.
Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA when applicable.
Current CPR certification.
Knowledge of principles, techniques, materials, and equipment used in pediatric speech therapy.
Ability to evaluate patients’ speech therapy needs and communicate those needs to legal guardians and other appropriate parties involved in care.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding procedures.
Thorough knowledge of speech therapy principles and practices.
Working knowledge of computer programs, including EMRs.
Efficient problem-solving skills, exceptional communication skills, and time management skills.
Collaborative nature and commitment to keeping the best interests of clients and families at the forefront of activities.
Allegiance to the organization’s mission, values, and vision.

Responsibilities

Provide skilled speech therapy treatment plans in accordance with physician orders, using assessments and interpretations of evaluations and test results.
Follow state supervision requirements for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants and Clinical Fellows.
Support continuation of therapeutic plans after discharge by designing home exercise programs, instructing patients, and recommending or providing assistive equipment and follow-up programs.
Promptly and thoroughly document and maintain clinical and administrative records, including patient limitations, interventions, treatments, responses, progress, and discharge summaries.
Maintain patient record confidentiality.
Record treatment charges daily and complete documentation accurately and on time.
Comply with the applicable State Speech Therapy Practice Act, codes, and regulations.
Recognize and respond appropriately to urgent or emergent situations according to protocols.
Maintain clean work and treatment areas and request needed supplies.
Maintain professional appearance and conduct and comply with company policies and procedures.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and other professionals to support collaborative patient care.
Keep regular clinic hours as approved by the Manager and direct patient scheduling matters through the front desk coordinator.
Attend meetings as requested and perform other duties as assigned.