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Pediatrics Speech Language Pathologist, PRN, Outpatient Rehab, Wolfson, Nemours Clinic

Speech-Language PathologistIncludes weekendsPer Diem

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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 $2,000 Sign on Bonus*

Wolfson Children's Hospital is currently looking to add a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist to our Outpatient Pediatric Rehab Team. This is a PRN position located at the Wolfson Nemours Clinic, located in downtown Jacksonville.

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.

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 Experience strongly preferred
  • Experience with Modified Barium Swallow Studies

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

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.

At Wolfson Children's Hospital, 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 Wolfson, 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. Wolfson 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 Wolfson Children's Nemours Pediatric Rehab Clinic, please apply now or email Hunter at hunter.moore@bmcjax.com.

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Primary Location

Downtown - 841 Building

Key Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist will perform evaluations and provide treatment for patients with various diagnoses in an outpatient pediatric setting. They will also provide extensive education to patients and families while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and possess a valid license along with ASHA certification. At least one year of outpatient pediatric experience and proficiency with Modified Barium Swallow Studies are strongly preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Pediatric speech therapyOutpatient rehabilitationPatient evaluationPatient educationElectronic medical records

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, 6% are remote, 44% 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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Salary Distribution41 jobs · 33 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks37 jobs · 33 employers

401k / retirement match
92%
CME allowance
54%
Loan repayment
16%
Sign-on bonus
11% this job
PSLF eligible
8%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 582 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes weekends

Living in Jacksonville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$271k
Typical market rent
$1,601/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
99.5
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Jacksonville, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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