Speech Therapist - PPEC

Pediatric Health Choice; Sarasota (FL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible contract scheduling

Collaborative team environment

Mission-driven culture centered on family

Job summary

Pediatric Health Choice is seeking a Contract Speech Therapist in Sarasota, FL. In this role, you'll provide individualized speech-language therapy to children, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include assessments, treatment plans, and family education.

We offer flexible scheduling to suit your availability, a supportive work environment, and rewarding opportunities to make a difference in children's lives. Preferred qualifications include a state license and pediatric experience.

Qualifications

• Prefer 1 year of pediatric experience in PPEC, early intervention, or with medically fragile populations.
• Ability to pass a Level II background screening.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech-language evaluations for pediatric patients with complex medical needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate therapy sessions.
• Maintain accurate documentation per regulations.
• Educate families on therapeutic strategies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Current state license to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist

Current CPR certification

Job description

Contract Speech Therapist – Pediatric Health Choice (PPEC)

Location: Sarasota, FL
Employment Type: Contract | Flexible Schedule
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Daytime Hours Only
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate | W-9 Contractor

Position Overview

As a Contract Speech Therapist at Pediatric Health Choice, you will work directly with children to assess, plan, and deliver individualized speech-language therapy services that foster communication, feeding, and swallowing skills. You’ll collaborate with nurses, physical and occupational therapists, case managers, and families to promote each child’s overall development and quality of life.

Key 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

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

Why Join Us

Flexible contract scheduling—create a workload that fits your availability

Collaborative, supportive team environment

Rewarding work with children who benefit deeply from speech therapy

Electronic documentation system

Mission-driven culture focused on family-centered care

Pediatric Health Choice is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to affirmative action and equal employment opportunities for all, regardless of protected veteran status, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance. For more information visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/