Senior Speech-Language Pathologist: Lead & Impact Team

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel; Belleair Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one benefits

Medical, dental, vision plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and CE • growth

401(k) and employee stock purchase

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Wesley Chapel is seeking a Senior Speech Language Pathologist to lead our inpatient team and guide patients through comprehensive communication and swallowing recovery.

The role emphasizes mentorship, advanced clinical skills, and collaboration across disciplines. Candidates must hold state licensure, CCC, and CPR certification, with 2+ years of SLP experience; a Master's or Doctorate is preferred.

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

Direct patient care

Mentoring

Supervising staff

Educational support

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 lead our inpatient team and guide patients through comprehensive communication and swallowing recovery.

The role emphasizes mentorship, advanced clinical skills, and collaboration across disciplines. Candidates must hold state licensure, CCC, and CPR certification, with 2+ years of SLP experience; a Master's or Doctorate is preferred.