Senior Speech-Language Pathologist — Lead and Impactful Rehab

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and employee stock purchase

Flexible spending accounts

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel is seeking a Senior Speech Language Pathologist to guide patients through communication and swallowing challenges, lead a dedicated therapy team, and advance rehabilitation outcomes with compassionate, evidence-based care.

We offer day-one benefits, ongoing professional development, and a supportive, multidisciplinary environment within a national leader in post-acute care.

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification required by state regulations.
• Successful completion of SLP Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC).
• CPR certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Bachelor‘s degree in speech therapy or management. Master‘s or Doctorate degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years speech language pathology experience.
• Active on Therapy Clinical Ladder (when eligible) or specialty professional certifications.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct care to patients and building rewarding relationships by understanding each patient‘s physical, mental, and emotional needs to aid in their recovery.
• Assisting with speech language in-service education and our speech language pathologist student program.
• Mentoring and training new colleagues and other departments as needed.
• Delegating and supervising speech therapy assistants and technicians.
• Celebrating patient victories along the way.

Skills

SLP license

CCC credential

CPR certified

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in speech therapy or management

Master's or Doctorate degree preferred

Job description

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel is seeking a Senior Speech Language Pathologist to guide patients through communication and swallowing challenges, lead a dedicated therapy team, and advance rehabilitation outcomes with compassionate, evidence-based care.

We offer day-one benefits, ongoing professional development, and a supportive, multidisciplinary environment within a national leader in post-acute care.