Speech Language Pathologist- Hospital Based Rehab

Speech-Language PathologistFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the implementation of standards of care for Speech Therapy services and to evaluate, assess and treat patients' speech, voice and language function for the purpose of rehabilitation.

What You Will Do

Perform detailed assessments to evaluate speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders, gathering relevant patient information and history to inform treatment planning.

Create tailored therapy plans based on the assessment results, clearly defining short- and long-term goals, and applying evidence-based strategies to promote patient progress.

Appropriately administer therapies, exercises, and techniques that address the patient’s specific needs, ensuring the treatment process is safe, effective, and in line with the established plan of care.

Regularly re-assess patients' progress and adjust treatment strategies or goals as necessary, ensuring continuous improvement and response to therapy.

Ensure safe and competent operation of all equipment necessary for treatment, including any specialized tools, devices, or technologies used in speech therapy sessions.

Show proficiency in the basic operation of all speech therapy equipment and follow facility protocols to ensure equipment is used correctly and safely.

Maintain precise and complete documentation of all therapy sessions, including services rendered, progress made, and any adjustments to the treatment plan, to ensure proper billing and compliance with healthcare regulations.

Coordinate patient schedules for therapy sessions, ensuring timely and efficient treatment delivery while managing any cancellations, rescheduling, or follow-up needs.

Verbalize and accurately document any incidents, accidents, or concerns that arise during therapy sessions, following proper procedures to file incident reports and notify appropriate parties.

Regularly meet with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to discuss patient progress, share information about treatment goals, and collaborate on care plans to ensure the holistic treatment of the patient.

  • Education Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree Speech Pathology
  • Licenses and Certifications
  • Speech-Language Pathologist
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)

Experience Qualifications

Open to hiring both new graduates and experienced Speech Language Pathologists.

For experienced candidates, preference will be given to those with expertise in relevant areas, including but not limited to Hospital-based Rehabilitation, Outpatient Rehabilitation, Pediatric Rehabilitation, and other specialized areas.

Must demonstrate a strong foundation in clinical skills, patient-centered care, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills and Abilities

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and various healthcare information systems.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families.

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, applying sound judgment in clinical decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist performs detailed assessments to evaluate and treat speech, language, and swallowing disorders. They also collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement effective, evidence-based patient care plans.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology and possess a valid Speech-Language Pathologist license along with BLS and CCC certifications. The role is open to both new graduates and experienced professionals with a strong foundation in clinical skills.

Key Skills

Patient assessmentClinical documentationInterdisciplinary collaborationCommunication skills

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 50 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 52% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Speech-Language Pathology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Cost of livingFlorida index 103.4US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Speech-Language Pathology listings in Florida450 active7,072 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 52% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedFlorida Speech-Language Pathologist listings: 8% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 3% offer loan repayment474 active listings, Oct 2026
Speech-Language Pathology pay trend+4.3% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

40 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

34 jobs · 32 employers
10
<$105k
9
$105k-125k
5
$125k-145k
8
$145k-165k
2
$166k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

35 jobs · 32 employers
401k / retirement match
80%
CME allowance
43%
Loan repayment
26%
Sign-on bonus
23%
Relocation assistance
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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Thera Peds · Conifer, Colorado

$65-$80/hr
#2

Speech and Language PathologistContract

Enspire Consulting Group · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

$70-$80/hr
#3

Speech Language Pathologist

$61.5-$75.75/hr
#4

Speech Therapist, SLP, Fl

$65-$75/hr
+ 38 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 10% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,044 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Tampa

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$382k
Typical market rent
$1,930/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.9
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.