Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, Outpatient Rehab, PRN, 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 $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 in Lake City, FL.
This is a PRN opportunity at Wolfson Children's Specialty Care Center - Lake City (Columbia County) location. The ideal candidate would be flexible to work weekdays during periods of high census. Previous experience working in a pediatric outpatient setting and evaluation experience is required.
No weekend, holiday, or call rotation. Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, Outpatient Rehab 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) Pediatric Outpatient Speech Language Pathology Experience Outpatient Experience Pediatric Experience Preferred Evaluation experience Preferred Working on a Multidisciplinary Team 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 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 Specialty Care Center - Lake City, please apply now or email Hunter at hunter.moore@bmcjax.com.
Positions designated as requiring a level II Background ( A detailed fingerprint-based screening for positions of trust that check state (FDLE) and national (FBI) criminal history) will undergo screening as a condition of employment and continued employment.
For additional information, please visit Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse info.flclearinghouse.com Primary Location: WCH - Specialty Lake City Baptist Health’s care for the community spans generations.
Together, we’re the largest group of people in Northeast Florida focused on innovative health care for patients, improving the health equity of our neighbors, and creating a welcoming workplace for team members where everyone’s voice is heard.
Key Responsibilities
The Speech Language Pathologist will perform evaluations and provide treatment for pediatric patients across 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. At least one year of pediatric outpatient experience and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence are required.
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, 64% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, Outpatient Rehab, PRN, Lake City at Baptist Health System a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) — ranked against 582 active Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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