What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist position at Stella Maris?
Stella Maris is proud to provide central Maryland with compassionate, skilled home health care for adults. We specialize in home health care services that enable the patient to adapt and manage his or her medical situation in the comfort of their home. Stella Maris offers home health services to residents of Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Carroll County, Harford County and Howard County.
We are growing our team and looking for a Speech Pathologist. If you are interested to learn more apply today!
Speech Pathologist-Home Health
Full-Time
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the home care manager, the main function of the Speech Language Pathologist is to provide speech therapy evaluations and treatments to patients in their home.
- Gather and review patient information and complete initial evaluation of patient
- Monitor and assess the effectiveness of treatment program and make changes in response to patient's progress, guiding patient toward goal achievement.
- Collaborate with other health professionals, patient, and/or family in developing discharge plans. Serves as an advocate for patient needs.
- Instructs patient, family and/or caregivers in techniques to be continued after discharge.
- Manages work and patient schedule to make optimum use of time. Adjusts schedule to accommodate unexpected occurrences and volunteers to assist others as needed.
- Ensure accurate and complete documentation in the medical record. Maintain compliance with standard
Requirements
- State of Maryland License in Speech-Language Pathology
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) or Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)
- Prior experience in home health preferred
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
