Pediatric Speech Therapist - Flexible Contract Schedule

Pediatric Home Service; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Collaborative team environment

Electronic documentation system

Job summary

Pediatric Health Choice in Sarasota, FL is seeking a Contract Speech Therapist to join our interdisciplinary care team. You will assess, plan, and deliver individualized speech-language therapy for medically fragile children, collaborating with nurses, PT/OT, case managers, and families to support overall development and quality of life.

The role emphasizes flexible scheduling, state license compliance, and HIPAA/ethical standards within a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Current state license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).
• Prefer 1 year of pediatric experience (PPEC, early intervention, or medically fragile population experience preferred).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Current CPR certification and ability to pass a Level II background screening.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech-language evaluations for pediatric patients with complex medical and developmental needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve speech, language, feeding, and swallowing abilities.
• Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate therapy sessions tailored to each child’s goals.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with PPEC and state regulations.
• Educate and coach families on therapeutic strategies, home practice activities, and communication support techniques.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team during care planning and progress reviews.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, clinical standards, and ethical practices.

Skills

SLP license

Pediatric experience

Communication skills

CPR certification

Job description

Pediatric Health Choice in Sarasota, FL is seeking a Contract Speech Therapist to join our interdisciplinary care team. You will assess, plan, and deliver individualized speech-language therapy for medically fragile children, collaborating with nurses, PT/OT, case managers, and families to support overall development and quality of life.

The role emphasizes flexible scheduling, state license compliance, and HIPAA/ethical standards within a supportive, mission-driven environment.