Acute Speech Therapist Pool

At BayCare we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers, and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy thats built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence.

BayCare is currently in search of our newest Acute Speech Therapist Pool PRN who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. Since 1953, South Florida Baptist Hospital has been a trusted and loved hospital for all our communitys health and wellness needs. Our compassionate and caring team of experts, including nearly 800 team members and 250 physicians, work diligently to make sure that you receive high-quality care when you visit the hospital. Our new 204-bed replacement hospital that opened in the Spring of 2024 offers many more services than a standard community hospital as were part of the BayCare family of health care facilities.

Acute Speech Therapist Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient goals.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other rehabilitation professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Educate patients and families on therapy goals, progress, and strategies for continued recovery.
• Document patient progress and maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to discharge planning.
• Provide mentorship and clinical guidance to students and Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) candidates as needed.

Requirements

• CCC-SLP: REQUIRED
• Education:
• Required: Masters in Speech Therapy
• Preferred: Doctorate in Speech Therapy
• Certifications/Licenses:
• CCC-SLP (Speech Language Pathology)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Speech Therapy License
• Experience: 1 year Clinical Related is preferred

Ready to Make a Difference Join BayCare for the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work. Apply today and join our team of dedicated professionals making a positive impact on the Tampa Bay Community.

Facility: BayCare Health System - SFBH Location: South Florida Baptist Hospital Status: Pool Exempt - No Shift Hours: 8-5 Shift: Shift 1 Days: 1 Weekend Work: Occasional On Call: No How often will this team member be working remotely: Never

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