Rehab RN

Hey there. I'm putting this listing together for a Speech Language Pathologist position at MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital in Baltimore, MD. It's part of the MedStar Health system, which is one of the bigger healthcare networks around here and has been tagged as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses." If you're looking to make a move, this could be it.

What You'll Be Doing

The core of this job is providing speech language pathology services from start to finish. That means you own the process.

• You'll handle screenings, evaluations, and then develop the treatment plans.
• Implementing treatments, reassessing patients, and revising plans as needed is all part of your day.
• Explaining your findings and the plan to patients and their families is crucial; you'll work with them to set goals.
• You need to stay sharp, adapting treatments based on how the patient presents and any changes in our healthcare setting.
• Consulting with other healthcare pros happens when it's needed.
• Spotting changes in a patient's condition that mean you have to tweak the care plan or get a medical consultation? That's on you too.
• The job wraps up with discharge planning and sorting out follow up care.

The Nitty Gritty Details

A big part of making this work is documentation and keeping things running smoothly. The paperwork paints the story of the patient's care.

• Your documentation needs to be accurate and timely. We're talking initial evaluations with baselines and goals, daily notes, progress summaries, and discharge evals.
• Charging correctly for care activities is part of this responsibility.
• We have productivity expectations, so managing your time effectively is key. You also need to keep your own schedule accurate.
• This role asks for a professional commitment to making patient access frictionless. Think flexibility, adaptability, creativity, and showing real empathy in our patient driven environment.

Growth & Team Contribution

This isn't just a clinical gig; it's about pitching in for the team and growing yourself.

• You're expected to take charge of your continuing education, both for your own competency and for the organization's benefit.
• The role includes serving as a clinical instructor for assigned students.
• You'll also help out by orienting and mentoring new staff members, students, or volunteers when asked.
• Participating in program planning or helping develop new protocols might come up as well; it's all part of helping the team hit its goals.

What You Need to Bring

The qualifications are pretty specific. Here’s what’s required:

• A Master’s or Doctoral degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited school.
• A completed clinical fellowship year (CFY).
• A license to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist. You'll need it for Maryland; DC or Virginia licensure might also be necessary depending on your specific location within our system.