Acute Care Speech Language Pathologist (Relocation/Hiring Incentives Available)

Job Description

Locations: Lee Health locations in Fort Myers / Cape Coral, Florida

Setting: Acute Care

Department: Rehabilitation Services

Work Type: Full Time & PRN Opportunities

Hiring Range: $70,720.00 - $115,252.80 annually *based on experience

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Speech Language Pathologist seeking a supportive, team-oriented environment where you can truly make a difference?

At Lee Health, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care in a collaborative setting that encourages work-life balance, continuous education, and clinical excellence. As a leading non-profit health system in Florida, we offer a range of diverse opportunities with flexible scheduling options to meet your needs.

Thinking about applying but have a few questions first? Click the link to schedule a time to chat with our Rehabilitation Services Recruiter, Chloe!

What We Offer You:

Because the work you do matters, we make sure that you are supported both personally and professionally. We provide:

• Up to $15,000 in Sign On & Relocation Incentives (if eligible)
• Exceptional Benefits medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Well-Being Support holistic health resources and mental wellness programs
• Professional Development Annual CEU reimbursement, free MedBridge subscription, and career advancement pathways
• Retirement Match up to 5%
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Generous Paid Time Off and flexible scheduling options
• Expense-paid on-site interviews for eligible candidates

At Lee Health, we care for you so that you can care for others.

About our Rehabilitation Team:

Our Rehabilitation Services team is one of the largest and most dynamic in the region. With over 700 skilled professionals dedicated to helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence through comprehensive, compassionate care. Our licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapists work closely with medical teams to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patients unique needs. Beyond core therapy services, we offer a variety ofspecialty programsincluding neurological rehabilitation, vestibular and balance therapy, lymphedema management, pelvic health therapy, and oncology rehabilitation. With services spanningacute care, skilled nursing, home health, and outpatient settings, our team delivers exceptional, evidence-based care that restores function and enhances quality of life.

At Lee Health, we have 4 Adult Acute Care Hospitals:

Cape Coral Hospital: Cape Coral Hospital delivers comprehensive acute care SLP services across a broad medical-surgical population, including stroke and medical/surgical ICU patients, with early access to VFSS/MBSS and FEES within a comprehensive FEES competency and mentorship model. The team maintains strong interdisciplinary collaboration and is actively advancing processes to improve early SLP access for patients holding in the ED, supporting timely evaluation and care planning. CCH offers a balanced yet dynamic clinical environment with a strong mentorship culture, opportunities for student supervision and clinician training, and engagement in system-developed continuing education initiatives, including prior programming in memory and concussion.

Gulf Coast Medical Center: As the systems largest campus, Gulf Coast Medical Center serves as both a Level II Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center, providing a high-acuity clinical environment for Acute Care SLP practice. The team has access to instrumental swallow studies including VFSS/MBSS and a comprehensive FEES program, supporting timely evaluation and advanced dysphagia management. SLPs are integrated early across ICU and complex medical-surgical populations and participate in established clinical pathways including tracheostomy/ventilator management with in-line Passy-Muir Valve (PMV) and total laryngectomy care within the Head & Neck Cancer program. The department also supports innovative initiatives such as the Early Activity Program (early SLP involvement in the ICU), Animal-Assisted Therapy, and Respiratory Muscle Strength Training (RMST pending), alongside collaborative learning opportunities like Curious Case Club, where clinicians review complex patient cases and current literature.

Healthpark Medical Center: A high-acuity setting with early access to instrumental swallow studies seven days a week (VFSS/MBSS and FEES) supported by a comprehensive FEES training pathway. SLPs are integrated early within cardiothoracic surgery, cardiac, stroke, and both medical and surgical ICU populations. Established tracheostomy, ventilator, and total laryngectomy clinical pathways support advanced airway management. The team emphasizes strong interdisciplinary collaboration, mentorship, student supervision, and opportunities to contribute to system-developed continuing education initiatives (e.g., prior programming include memory and concussion).

Lee Memorial Hospital: Lee Memorial Hospital offers early access to VFSS/MBSS and FEES within a robust FEES training framework. SLPs are highly integrated within ICU populations and have the autonomy to initiate therapy orders when clinically indicated, supporting timely intervention. The campus serves complex surgical populations including ENT and neurosurgery, with early post-operative involvement (e.g., ACDF). LMH is supported by a highly skilled and collaborative SLP team with strong mentorship culture, opportunities for student supervision and clinician training, and opportunity for participation in system-wide continuing education development.

Map of Rehab Locations

About this Position:

As a Speech Language Pathologist, you will be responsible for providing screening, evaluation, treatment, and education for those who demonstrate impairments of speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice, fluency, and/or swallowing. The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for adherence to and compliance with all American Speech-Language Pathology (ASHA) professional standards. The SLP is engaged in administration, consultation, education and research. The SLP is expected to conduct themselves in an effective professional behavior manner. The attributes, characteristics or behaviors required for success in this job include: critical thinking, communication, problem solving, interpersonal skills, responsibility, professionalism, use of constructive feedback, effective use of time and resources, stress management, and commitment to learning.

What this Position Requires:

Education: Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.

Experience: Certificate of Clinical Competency.

Certification: BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support).

License: Active Florida State Speech Language Pathologist Licensure.

About Lee Health:

Lee Health is one of Floridas largest and most respected not-for-profit health systems, proudly ranked among the top 25% of hospitals nationwide by Healthgrades Americas 250 Best Hospitals . Our system includes four acute care hospitalsLee Memorial Hospital, HealthPark Medical Center, Gulf Coast Medical Center, and Cape Coral Hospitalplus Golisano Childrens Hospital of Southwest Florida, over 100 physician practice locations, and expanding Home Health and Skilled Nursing services. With more than 17,000 employees, 2,500 medical staff, and 950+ primary and specialty care providers, we serve over two million patient contacts each year. At Lee Health, were guided by our mission to be a trusted partner, empowering healthier lives through care and compassion , and our vision to inspire hope and be a national leader in health and healing. We live our values every day (Respect, Excellence, Compassion, and Education) by fostering integrity, delivering exceptional care, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

Ready to Make A Difference?

Apply today and join a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and celebrates your impact.

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