Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Care Rehab, PRN
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Job Description
About Baptist Health
Recognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years.
We’re Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals.
Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.
*Up to $2,000 Sign on Bonus*
Baptist Medical Center is currently looking to add a Speech Language Pathologist to our Acute Care Rehab Team in Jacksonville, FL. This position opportunity is set to work a PRN day shift schedule at our main campus Downtown. This position is expected to participate in team weekend and holiday coverage rotations.
This is a PRN opportunity working in an adult acute care setting. The ideal candidate would have previous experience in Modified Barium Swallow Studies in an acute care setting.
- Speech Language Pathologist, Acute Care Rehab, Job Responsibilities:
- Evaluates and treats patients of all diagnoses.
- Provides extensive patient/family education.
Participates in multidisciplinary team care with other rehab professionals, nursing, physicians, dietitians, social services, respiratory, support staff, etc.
Works 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 years Experience working in an Acute Care setting strongly preferred
- Experience with Modified Barium Swallow Studies strongly Preferred
Education & Credential Requirements
- Master of Science Or Master of Arts Required
- Licensed Speech Language Pathologist Required
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Required from the American Heart Association Required
Baptist Jacksonville is a Magnet™ designated hospital, the gold standard for excellence in patient care. We serve families throughout the area with high-quality, comprehensive care for every stage of life.
At Baptist Health, we provide an exceptional employment experience where team members can bring their authentic selves and belong to a larger purpose together. By fostering connections with our team members and our community, we offer a fulfilling and personal career.
When you join Baptist, it’s more than just a job. You will find a profound sense of purpose and belonging as you embark on a career that truly changes lives. Baptist provides the support and resources you need to build the career you want as you contribute to the greater good.
If you are interested in this PRN Speech Language Pathologist opportunity at Baptist Medical Center in downtown Jacksonville, please apply now or email Hunter at hunter.moore@bmcjax.com!
Primary Location
Downtown - Main Building 800 Prudential Dr Jacksonville, FL 32207 United States of America
Key Responsibilities
The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates and treats patients across various diagnoses within an acute care setting. They also provide extensive education to patients and families while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master of Science or Master of Arts degree and possess a valid Speech Language Pathologist license. Additionally, ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence and Basic Life Support certification are required, with preference given to those with acute care and Modified Barium Swallow Studies experience.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
Of the 50 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 56% have no call, 44% require no weekends.
Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 5.1 / 10 · above average in speech language pathology | ranked against 6,860 Speech Language Pathology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Speech-Language Pathology median $101k (middle half $94k–$114k)283 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Speech-Language Pathology listings in Florida | 434 active | 6,972 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 2% remote · 56% no call · 44% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Speech-Language Pathology pay trend | +4.2% vs 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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