Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist | UF Health Gainesville | Full-time | Days

About the role

UF Health Therapists provide rehabilitation services in the Acute setting, focusing on creating and customizing treatment plans for conditions that limit a patient's ability to move, be active, communicate, swallow, and perform daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Create and customize treatment plans for patients with various conditions affecting their mobility, communication, swallowing, and daily activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address cognitive and psychosocial aspects of care.
• Maximize physical performance while achieving optimal functional outcomes.
• Work in units including general pediatrics, NICU, PICU, and PCICU at UF Health Shands Children's Hospital in the North Tower.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher as designated by professional license.
• Experience or fieldwork in the acute setting preferred.
• Inpatient/outpatient pediatric feeding/swallowing experience preferred (ages 0-18).
• Pediatric MBS/FEES experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with others.

Qualifications

• Professional license required.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Knowledge of pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders.
• Ability to adapt treatment plans based on patient needs.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Inclusive and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Pay

Competitive compensation package.

Schedule

Full-time 8:00AM TO 4:30PM Sunday through Thursday.