Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

HealthPro Heritage; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 71,635 - 74,390; Part time

Job summary

HealthPro Heritage is seeking a PRN Speech-Language Pathologist in Port Charlotte, FL, for a Long-Term Care setting. The position offers an hourly rate between $52 and $54 based on experience. Responsibilities include patient assessments, implementing therapies for communication disorders, maintaining accurate treatment records, and collaborating with healthcare providers. Candidates must possess a degree in Speech Language Pathology, valid state licensure, and certification from ASHA. This role provides flexibility while delivering high-quality care to the senior population.

Qualifications

• Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist.
• Current certification from ASHA (CCC-SLP).
• Proficient in relevant software and therapy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop diagnoses.
• Implement evidence-based therapies and adjust treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure legal compliance.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers for effective patient care.

Skills

Assessment and diagnostic skills

Therapeutic abilities

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Tools

Electronic health record systems

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Overview

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – PRN | Port Charlotte, FL Setting: Long-Term Care

HealthPro Heritage has an excellent PRN Speech-Language Pathologist opportunity in Port Charlotte, FL within a Long-Term Care setting. This role is perfect for a clinician seeking flexibility while providing high-quality care to the senior population.

Compensation

• Hourly rate: $52–$54 (based on experience)

Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, voice, and swallowing abilities using standardized tests and clinical observations. Develop accurate diagnoses based on assessment results.
• Treatment and Education: Implement evidence-based therapies for speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders; monitor and adjust treatment plans; educate and support patients and families on disorders, treatment strategies, and daily communication improvement.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Collaboration: Work with healthcare providers to ensure effective patient care and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist, or license eligible.
• Certification: Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. Certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) (CCC-SLP).
• Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.