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 that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.
Winter Haven Hospital, part of the BayCare Health System, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Acute Therapy Services team. This role involves providing inpatient speech therapy services to patients with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in a hospital setting. Winter Haven Hospital is designated as a Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Gold Plus and accredited by the Commission on Cancer. Specialty units/programs also include cardiovascular ICU.
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.
Qualifications:
- Required:
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Florida State License in Speech-Language Pathology
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Preferred:
- 1+ year of clinical experience in an inpatient or acute care setting
- Experience with modified barium swallow studies and dysphagia management
BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including:
- Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401k match and additional yearly contribution
- Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
- Community discounts AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!
Facility:
BayCare Health System, Rehab Services Main-WHH
Location: Winter Haven Hospital - Winter Haven, FL
Status: Full Time, Exempt: No
Shift Hours: 8-hour shifts/days
Weekend Work: Occasional
On Call: No
How often will this team member be working remotely? Never
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled