Speech Language Pathologist, PRN, Acute Care Rehab, Baptist South
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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 is a full-time opportunity working a PRN, days schedule at our Baptist South campus in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville. This position is expected to work at least three shifts per month and 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 South is serving the rapidly growing neighborhoods in southern Duval and northern St. Johns counties. The hospital blends resort-like amenities with the most advanced medical care, providing for the physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of patients and their families.
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 South in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, please apply now or email Hunter at hunter.moore@bmcjax.com!
Primary Location
South - Main Building
Key Responsibilities
Evaluates and treats patients of all diagnoses in an acute care setting while providing extensive patient and family education. Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, and other rehab professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Requirements
Requires a Master of Science or Master of Arts degree, a valid Speech Language Pathologist license, and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence. Candidates must also hold Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and have at least one year of acute care 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, 48% have no call, 58% require no weekends.
Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
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).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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