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Speech Language Pathologist - PRN Inpatient Adult at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$83,522 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Primary Duties:
Provides direct speech, language, and swallowing evaluations and re-evaluations, including assessment of prior and current level of functioning, setting appropriate goals and making appropriate discharge recommendations in accordance with standards of practice. Provides direct SLP treatments according to standards of practice, including patient and family education, progression of treatment plan and implementation of appropriate therapeutic interventions. Utilizes appropriate documentation forms and abides by PM&R's documentation standards. Coordinates and prioritizes own schedule in relation to demands of patient treatment and other departmental responsibilities. Demonstrates proper use and maintenance of department equipment and supplies. Collaborates with physicians, patients, family and other members of health care team relative to patient treatment and progress as well as other affiliated agencies with regard to effective discharge planning. Maintains CEUs per state requirements for continued professional competency. Adheres to all Department of Health and Joint Commission regulations with regards to the physical environment and patient care.Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. SP-L - Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in the District of Columbia. BLS (Basic Life Support). 1-2 years related clinical practice experience in an acute care or rehabilitation facility preferred. This position has a hiring range of USD $65.00 - USD $65.00 /Hr.Qualifications:
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- Dental Insurance