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Pediatric Speech Therapist

Pediatric Health Choice

Job Description

Job Description

Contract Speech Therapist – Pediatric Health Choice (PPEC)

Pediatric Health Choice is a leading Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care (PPEC) center dedicated to improving the lives of medically fragile and developmentally delayed children. We provide a safe, supportive environment where children receive skilled nursing care, therapies, and education—offering families peace of mind and children the opportunity to thrive.

We are currently seeking a compassionate and experienced Contract Speech Therapist to join our interdisciplinary care team.

Location: Pediatric Health Choice, Leesburg, 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:

Vacancy posted 19 days ago
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