Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient Rehabilitation
Job Description
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible
This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.
About the Role
Join Ascension as a Speech Language Pathologist – Inpatient Rehabilitation, PRN in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- will open in July 2026 to provide continuous care for patients recovering from strokes, trauma, and other major injuries.
- provide continuous care for patients recovering from strokes, trauma, and other major injuries.
- provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.
- Provide information regarding appropriate support programs.
Requirements
- Language Pathologist credentialed from the Florida Board of Speech
- Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
Benefits & Compensation
- PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Ascension in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Speech Language Pathologist Inpatient Rehabilitation at Ascension a 2.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Pathology speech-language pathologist listings evaluated on our platform.
Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.
Pathology — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
This Pathology position at Ascension is open to speech-language pathologist candidates.
Compensation Analysis
This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Pensacola, Florida.
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a speech-language pathologist earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Speech-language therapy, Patient evaluation, Treatment planning, Clinical documentation, Discharge planning, Patient education, Counseling, Inpatient rehabilitation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Pathology role.
Core responsibilities: The Speech Language Pathologist will evaluate and treat patients requiring speech-language therapy while maintaining clinical records. They will also educate patients and families on treatment plans and assist with the discharge process.
Benefits package: 403(b) Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Counseling and Peer Support, Spiritual Care, Stress Management Resources. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (1)
Supportive environment (Culture alignment key)
Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.
Job Details
Employment Type
Per Diem
Posted
5d ago
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