Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
About The Position
HealthPro Heritage is hiring a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist at The Preston in Rockville, Maryland. The role provides assessment and treatment for speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders, while supporting patients and families and collaborating with healthcare providers. Compensation is stated as 55–60 depending on experience; the currency and pay period are not specified. HealthPro Heritage describes itself as a therapist-led organization providing clinical services across settings including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. It emphasizes compassionate care, professional growth, collaboration, clinical expertise, and high-quality outcomes. The posting also states that the company provides equal employment opportunities and complies with applicable nondiscrimination laws.
Requirements
- Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
- Valid state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist or eligibility for licensure.
- Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), CCC-SLP.
- Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, voice, and swallowing abilities using standardized tests and clinical observations.
- Develop diagnoses based on assessment results.
- Implement evidence-based therapies for speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders.
- Monitor and adjust treatment plans.
- Educate and support patients and families about disorders, treatment strategies, and ways to improve daily communication.
- Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to support effective patient care.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package are mentioned, but specific benefits are not listed.
- Continuous learning and development opportunities.
