Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

MMP Staffing Services is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our team. The SLP will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. The ideal candidate will work with a diverse client population, including children and adults, to improve communication abilities and overall quality of life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessment and Diagnosis:
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to diagnose speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders.
• Utilize standardized assessment tools and techniques to develop accurate diagnostic profiles.
• Individualized Treatment Planning:
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clients' needs and goals.
• Collaborate with clients, families, and other healthcare professionals to set achievable therapy objectives.
• Therapeutic Interventions:
• Provide evidence-based therapy for speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders.
• Utilize various therapeutic techniques, including articulation therapy, language intervention activities, and oral motor therapy.
• Monitor clients' progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Client and Family Education:
• Educate clients and their families about communication disorders, therapy techniques, and strategies to support progress at home.
• Provide training and resources to caregivers and educators to enhance clients' communication skills in different environments.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records, including assessment results, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Prepare and submit necessary reports to comply with regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Collaboration and Consultation:
• Work collaboratively with other healthcare providers, educators, and professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress and coordinate care.
• Professional Development:
• Stay current with advancements in the field of speech-language pathology through continuing education and professional development activities.
• Maintain licensure and certification requirements.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Licensure and Certification: DC, VA or MD
• Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
• Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in speech-language pathology preferred.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including children and adults, in various settings (e.g., schools, clinics, hospitals).
• Skills:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport with clients and maintain a compassionate, patient-centered approach.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in using technology and electronic health records (EHR) for documentation.

Work Environment:

• The position may require working in various settings, including schools, clinics, hospitals, and clients' homes.
• Some travel may be required to accommodate clients' needs.
• Flexible hours, including some evenings or weekends, may be necessary based on client schedules.