Speech-Language Pathologist Inpatient Rehab
Baltimore, Maryland
University of Maryland Rehabilitation and Orthopaedic Institute

Speech Therapist (SLP) - Inpatient Rehab (Travel/Contract)

Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Shift: Day shift, 5 days per week, 8 hours per day (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Schedule Details:

• Every third weekend required
• Holidays required as scheduled
• No floating or on-call duties

Job Description

• Provide speech therapy services in an inpatient rehabilitation setting
• Preferred experience with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Cerebrovascular Accident (CVA) care

Required Qualifications

• Valid Speech Language Pathologist license in Maryland
• Minimum of 2 years of Speech Language Pathologist experience, including experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA only)

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

Background and Verification

• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start; must be updated annually
• Felony convictions within 5 years result in automatic decline; older felonies require review
• Employment history verification for the past 5 years
• Two supervisory references within 1 year of start
• Agency application or resume completed within 30 days of start
• Maryland State Exclusions List check within 30 days of start

Health and Immunizations

• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Negative 9-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start (instant tests not accepted)
• Fit test within 1 year of start (not required for laboratory professions)
• Immunizations or positive titers required for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (declination accepted for low/equivocal titer)
  • Varicella
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap required if working with children or specific units
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray per protocol, updated annually
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 6 - Mar 31)
• COVID-19 vaccination not required for this location, but documentation or declination collected for tracking

Certifications and Competencies

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Age-specific competency exam
• Other certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP) as applicable to unit or specialty (verify if required)

Facility-Specific Documents

• Passport-style photo for badge
• Signed job description prior to start
• Confidentiality agreement signed prior to start
• Dress code reviewed prior to start
• Badge/security ID application completed within 72 hours of signing contract
• Latex allergy questionnaire completed by all candidates

Additional Notes

• Start date: June 15, 2026
• No floating or on-call responsibilities
• Must work every third weekend and scheduled holidays
• Attestation and verification documents required for I9, E-Verify, and government-issued photo ID

This position offers an opportunity for speech therapists with inpatient rehab experience to work a defined travel contract with a reputable facility in Maryland.