Speech Language Pathologist - Inpatient Rehab Services - Wiregrass Ranch Hospital - Wesley Chap

Speech Language Pathologist – Inpatient Rehab Services – Wiregrass Ranch Hospital – Wesley Chapel, Florida

Join Orlando Health in providing exceptional care as a Speech Language Pathologist at Wiregrass Ranch Hospital in Wesley Chapel, Florida.

Site: FMCOH Wiregrass Ranch Hospital
Location: Wesley Chapel, Florida
Position: Speech Language Pathologist
Department: Inpatient Rehab Services

Elevating healthcare in Wesley Chapel,
Wiregrass Ranch Hospital is a state‑of‑the‑art facility designed to serve the growing West Florida community. The hospital offers a broad range of services across cardiology, neurology, oncology, surgery, and more, with plans to expand to 300 beds.

The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive‑communication, and swallowing disorders in patients of all ages and acuity levels.

• Evaluates patients, gathering data from the patient, physicians, interdisciplinary team meetings, family, and other sources.
• Develops treatment plans aligned with the continuum of care, setting specific goals and objectives.
• Assesses patient data and interprets information for age‑specific needs.
• Maintains professional equipment safely and provides explanations of its use.
• Re‑evaluates and modifies treatment plans as needed, preparing written documentation per departmental policies.
• Recognizes and communicates when optimal benefit from speech therapy has been achieved.
• Ensures accurate billing.
• Adheres to the State Practice Act and Standards of Practice.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance in accordance with Orlando Health policies, ADA, FMLA, and applicable standards.
• Complies with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Participates in performance improvement, program development, student supervision, committees, safety, and infection control as required.
• Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and regulatory compliance.
• Attends rehabilitation meetings, in‑services, and patient care meetings as required.
• Practices efficient use of supplies and equipment, instructing support personnel as necessary.

Master’s degree in speech/language pathology from an approved program.

• Certificate of Clinical Competence
• Current Speech Language Pathologist license in the State of Florida
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider Certification

Entry Level. Full‑time employment. Health Care Provider.