Speech Pathologist - Acute, PRN, Baptist Hospital

Pensacola, FL, United States Job Description The Speech Pathologist evaluates, plans, and administers medically prescribed speech and language therapy treatment to clients. The Speech Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, voice and swallowing disorders. This position implements care plan through the use of evidenced based modalities and skilled interventions to increase patients' ability to achieve mutually established functional goals. This position coordinates clinical test results with other diagnostic data, provides prognosis, develops treatment plan, and provides patient and family education. Responsibilities Completes evaluations of assigned patients/clients in accordance with established standards of care and practice. Plans and provides treatment to assigned patient/client’s as appropriate in accordance with established standards of care and practice. Coordinates client care with other clinical team members ensuring optimal client care and communication as noted in the clinical record. Maintains knowledge/license and certification. After one year of experience, may act as student supervisor. Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization. May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters. Qualifications Master's Degree Communication Science & Disorder, Speech And Hearing, Speech and Language Required. Licenses and Certifications Speech Pathologist Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required or Provisional Speech-Language Pathologist Licensed State of Florida Upon Hire Required BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Excellent communication and people skills. Knowledge of industry best practices and guidelines. Excellent organizational skilled required. Excellent written communication and documentation skills. Maintain current knowledge of regulations, policies and procedures. Ability to motivate others. Detail-oriented and customer- focused. About Us Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includesthree hospitals, four medical parks,Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida. Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law. Job Info Job Identification 8253 Job Category Clinical Professional Posting Date 10/01/2025, 04:03 PM Locations 123 Baptist Way, Pensacola, FL, 32503, US Job Schedule Full time Job Shift Day FTE PRN (As Needed) Can’t find what you’re looking for? Join our talent community and get notified of the latest openings. #J-18808-Ljbffr