Speech Therapist

The state of Maryland is seeking a part-time Speech Therapist to provide services at the Western Maryland Hospital Center, which is part of the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing up to 20 hours per week of skilled speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing therapy to patients in the hospital's High Intensity Medical and Comprehensive Care Programs. Key duties include conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, providing therapy and education, participating in interdisciplinary teams, completing documentation, and maintaining required training and competencies. The minimum qualifications for the position include a master's degree, current Maryland state license, and CPR certification. The contract term is 6 months with a possible extension, and the Speech Therapist will work Monday through Friday, including state holidays, between 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM, with occasional weekend hours. Pricing will be based on an hourly rate, and the contractor must provide coverage for any days off exceeding 3 days. Bids are due by December 15, 2020.

This state and local contracting opportunity does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor or current contractor is not specified in the provided documents. The total budget or award value for this part-time Speech Therapist position is also not provided.