Provide evidence-based speech-language pathology services to adult patients in an acute care hospital setting, supporting safe swallowing, communication, and cognitive-linguistic function across medical, surgical, ICU, and emergency populations.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: USD $35.77–$49.18 per hour, based on years of experience (New Grad: $35.77; ~10 years: $44.71; ~16 years: $49.18)
  • Sign-on Bonus: $10,000
  • Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis

Location

Gainesville, Florida, United States

Key Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and treat dysphagia, including bedside swallow evaluations and instrumental assessments (e.g., MBS/VFSS and/or FEES) as credentialed and trained.
  • Assess and treat speech, language, voice, and cognitive-communication disorders following stroke, TBI, neurodegenerative disease, and critical illness.
  • Develop individualized care plans, establish measurable goals, and document per regulatory and payer requirements.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nursing, respiratory therapy, dietitians, and rehabilitation teams to optimize patient outcomes and discharge planning.
  • Provide patient and caregiver education on swallowing safety, communication strategies, and home recommendations.
  • Maintain productivity and quality standards; participate in performance improvement, competency training, and program development as needed.

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
  • Current Florida Speech-Language Pathology license (or eligibility to obtain prior to start).
  • ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) required; Clinical Fellowship candidates may be considered with appropriate supervision plan.
  • Current BLS/CPR certification (or ability to obtain within required timeframe).
  • Demonstrated knowledge of acute care dysphagia management, aspiration risk mitigation, and interdisciplinary care coordination.
  • Strong clinical documentation, communication, and patient-centered counseling skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Acute care experience including ICU/critical care exposure.
  • Training and competency in MBS/VFSS and/or FEES.
  • Experience with tracheostomy/ventilator patients and Passy-Muir speaking valve collaboration.
  • Bilingual skills and/or experience with diverse patient populations.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Fast-paced hospital environment requiring frequent standing/walking, patient handling assistance as needed, and adherence to infection prevention and PPE protocols.
  • Ability to perform evaluations at bedside and in diagnostic areas; reliable attendance and on-time responsiveness to consults.