Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, Outpatient Rehab, Wolfson Children's Hospital Lake City
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Job Description
About Wolfson Children’s Hospital Wolfson Children’s Hospital is the only children’s hospital in the region, and is ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the best children’s hospitals in the U.S. We’re a part of Baptist Health, which is recognized as a top place to work in health care and features several centers of excellence, including Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital. *Up to $7,000 Sign on Bonus* *Relocation Available* Wolfson Children's Hospital is currently looking to add a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist to our Outpatient Pediatric Rehab Team in Lake City, FL.
This is a full-time opportunity at Wolfson Children's Center - Lake City (Columbia County) location. The ideal candidate would be flexible to work weekdays during periods of high census and holiday rotations. Previous experience working in a pediatric outpatient setting and evaluation experience is required.
Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, Job Responsibilities: Evaluation and treatment of patients with all diagnoses. Provide extensive patient/family education.
Provide multidisciplinary team care with other Rehab. professionals, nursing, physicians, social services, respiratory, support staff, etc. Work in a fast-paced setting requiring good time management, detailed documentation skills in the EMR, self-directed, and effective communication skills.
Experience Requirements: 1 or more year(s) Outpatient Pediatric Speech Language Pathology Experience Strongly Preferred Speech/Language Experience Voice and Neuro Experience Education & Credential Requirements: Master of Science Or Master of Arts Required Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology Required Licensed Speech Language Pathologist Required Active BLS from the American Heart Association and licensure from the FL Department of Health Required Wolfson Children’s Hospital is recognized among America’s Best Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report year after year and is a Magnet™ designated hospital, the gold standard for excellence in patient care.
If you are interested in this full-time Speech Language Pathologist opportunity at Wolfson Children's Center - Lake City, please apply now or email Hunter at hunter.moore@bmcjax.com.
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Key Responsibilities
The Speech Language Pathologist will perform evaluations and provide treatment for pediatric patients with various diagnoses. They will also provide extensive education to families and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and possess a valid license from the Florida Department of Health. A Certificate of Clinical Competence and active BLS certification are also required, with at least one year of outpatient pediatric experience strongly preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 42% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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