Speech Pathologist (PRN) - Speech Rehab Services

Lakeland Regional Health-Florida; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeland Regional Health-Florida is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning for patients. This role requires collaborating with a dedicated team to ensure quality patient care and effective resource utilization.

Candidates must have a Master’s Degree and current licensure in Florida, along with Basic Cardiac Life Support certification. Join us to help foster an inclusive environment and enhance patient experiences across the continuum of care.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Current license as a Speech-Language Pathologist in Florida.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning for patients.
• Document patient response to treatment and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Facilitate multidisciplinary collaboration of care.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Team collaboration

Communication

Patient Care

Education

Master's Degree

Graduate of a Master's prepared program for Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Job Details

Location: 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL. Pay Rate: $51.05. Shift: As needed. Work Hours per Biweekly Pay Period: 8.00.

Position Summary

Responsible to the Speech‑Language Pathologist WTL and/or Department Leader. The candidate works in a self‑directed team, practices within the scope of speech‑language pathology, and adheres to approved policies, procedures, and protocols. The role contributes to positive outcomes, exhibits professional behavior, and shares responsibility for all aspects of therapy and team functions.

Position Responsibilities

• Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.
• Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care.
• Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created.

Safety And Performance Improvement

• Behaves in a mindful manner focused on self, patient, visitor, and team safety.
• Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality work.
• Participates actively in process improvement and adoption of standard work.

Stewardship

• Demonstrates responsible use of resources, including people, finances, equipment, and facilities.
• Knows and adheres to organizational and department policies and procedures.

People At The Heart Of All We Do

• Fosters an inclusive and engaged environment through teamwork and collaboration.
• Ensures patients and families have the best possible experiences across the continuum of care.
• Communicates appropriately with patients, families, team members, and our community in a manner that treasures all people as uniquely created.

Standard Work Duties: Speech‑Language Pathologist – STEP

• Role models through professional development, continuous learning, and improvement of competence in the practice of Speech Language Pathology.
• Actively participates in team development, achieving dashboards, and in accomplishing department goals and objectives.
• Performs the evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning of patients while providing an individualized plan of care, resulting in positive patient outcomes and effective resource utilization.
• Ensures that all patient documentation is complete, accurate, finished in a timely manner, and reflects both patient response to treatment and changes in the plan of care based on patient progress.
• Initiates and coordinates patient teaching, equipment needs, and discharge planning according to identified needs; assesses patient/family comprehension of teaching and equipment and includes them in the plan of care.
• Communicates effectively with physicians and other team members, reports significant findings in a timely and appropriate manner, and seeks input to plan of care.
• Facilitates multidisciplinary collaboration of care by initiating appropriate consults when indicated.
• Provides exceptional healthcare while maintaining good stewardship by effectively utilizing departmental resources, demonstrating flexibility to meet patient workload, and maintaining a high level of productivity and efficiency to ensure consistent patient care and positive outcomes.
• Utilizes measures to promote and maintain patient, visitor, and staff safety, including the appropriate use of infection control principles and personal protection equipment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s Degree
• Graduate of a Master’s prepared program for Speech‑Language Pathology.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.

Other Information

• Current license as a Speech‑Language Pathologist in the state of Florida.

Certifications Essential

• Per department or hospital requirements and relevant policies.