Speech Language Pathologist

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to assess speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders, in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical findings.
• Provide direct therapy services to patients across age groups (pediatric, adult, or geriatric as applicable).
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
• Educate patients and families on treatment strategies, home exercises, and communication techniques.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and accreditation standards.
• Participate in discharge planning and continuity of care coordination.

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices and therapeutic techniques.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred.

At DeSoto Memorial Hospital, we understand that healthcare is personal and we only get one chance to make a good first impression. Our goal is to provide every member of our community with the highest level of healthcare services and exceed your expectations. We offer the latest in medical technology to our community and are continuously recruiting the most qualified physicians to provide services.DeSoto Memorial Hospital is a 49 Bed Rural Community Hospital located in the heart of Arcadia which is just east of Sarasota. We proudly serve a local population of nearly 34,000 residents. We offer our patients safe and compassionate treatment in our ER, Med-Surg, ICU, IV Therapy, Laboratory, Diagnostic Imaging, Surgical Services, Home Health, Physical Medicine, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, Nephrology, Pain Management, Wound Care, and Out Patient Behavioral Health units. Our Hospital earned a Four Star Rating in 2023 from the Centers for Medicaid/Medicare.