Education:
Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from accredited college or university.
Licensures/Certifications:
* Certification of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech Language and Hearing Association and a State of Maryland License in Speech-Language Pathology.
Experience:
1 year directly related experience in a medical setting. Focus should include general medical acute patients, sub-acute population with specific interest and focus in neurogenic communication and swallowing disorders.
Skills:
* Advanced knowledge in speech pathology theories, practices, and techniques
* Skill in oral and written communication
* Ability to administer, score and interpret standardized speech, language and cognitive tests in order to delineate patient deficit, establish diagnosis and development treatment plans with progress documentation.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
* Evaluates the patient's functional status by reviewing medical history, diagnosis and physician's prescription; observing and interviewing the patient/family/caregiver; and applying appropriate assessment procedures.
* Determines short and long-term goals with input of patients/families/caregiver; establishes plan of care based upon goals, evaluation results, and input of other team members.
* Implements appropriate therapeutic interventions, progressing treatment plans in areas of cognitive skill development, communication, oral motor function/dysphagia, perceptual function, orientation, psychosocial needs; teaches patient/family/caregiver activities to reinforce therapeutic interventions; recognizes patient distress signals which need follow-up.
* Documents (re)evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes and discharge summaries; records data required for statistics, productivity, billing, and performance improvement program activities as appropriate.
* Supervises technical staff and volunteers during procedures as appropriate. Provides appropriate staff training programs, as needed
* Notifies interdisciplinary team members of evaluation findings, patient progress and other pertinent information. Communicates regularly with the Rehab Coordinator to provide feedback on professional needs, patient status, interpersonal issues, etc
* Seeks input, allays fears, and elicits cooperation from the patient/family/caregiver
* Participates in discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team, recommending appropriate assistance and continuation of the rehabilitation process as needed.
* Participates in performance improvement program, collecting data and suggesting areas for improvement. Identifies the need to improve upon or order additional therapeutic equipment and supplies.

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

• Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy

• Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

• Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
• Actively pursues learning and self-development
• Pays attention to detail; follows through

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

• Sets a positive, professional example for others
• Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
• Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
• Reports to work regularly and on time

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
• Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
• Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
• Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
• Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

• Embraces change and improvement in the work environment
• Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services
• Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles
• Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently

COVID-19 Vaccination

All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.