Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Acute / OP

Speech-Language Pathologist - Acute Care & Outpatient Split
Full-Time Hospital-Based $5K Sign-On Bonus Clinical Variety
The Opportunity
A nonprofit hospital system is seeking a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist to split time between Acute Care and Outpatient settings. This role offers exceptional clinical variety, hospital-based stability, and the chance to build a well-rounded skillset across multiple patient populations.
What Makes This Role Stand Out
Clinical Variety Across Settings:

• Split between Acute Care and Outpatient for diverse clinical exposure
• Acute: ICU, stroke, post-surgical, TBI, and medically complex patients
• Outpatient: General hospital-based clinic with ortho, neuro, vestibular, balance, stroke, MS, and chronic conditions
• Treat patients across the lifespan and diagnosis spectrum
• Build versatility while deepening expertise in both settings

Quality-Focused Patient Care:

• Acute:n ~30-minute sessions
• Outpatient: 45-60 minute sessions, 1:1 care (double-booking only when absolutely necessary due to staffing)
• Productivity expectations are reasonable-focus is on seeing scheduled patients, not hitting rigid quotas

Collaborative Team Environment:

• Work alongside PTs, OTs, and dedicated support staff
• Part of a hospital-based therapy department with strong peer collaboration
• Not isolated-supportive culture with experienced clinicians

Schedule & Benefits
Schedule:

• Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:15 PM (most therapists out by 5:30 PM)
• Half-day Fridays (off at 12:00 PM) for work-life balance
• Documentation time built into the schedule
• No weekend rotation currently

Comprehensive Benefits:

• 20 days PTO (start accruing Day 1)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement benefits
• PSLF-eligible (nonprofit hospital system)

Compensation & Incentives
Sign-On Bonus:

• $5,000 sign-on bonus (2-year commitment)
• Paid half in first year, half in second year (pro-rated payback if commitment not met)
• Paid as separate check from regular paycheck

Competitive Salary:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• PRN rate available for additional shifts: $60/hour

The Facility
Acute Care:

• Hospital-based acute care with ICU, stroke, post-surgical, and medically complex patients
• Modern facility with strong clinical standards

Outpatient:

• Hospital-based clinic with large open gym and private treatment rooms available as needed
• General hospital-based clinic serving diverse patient populations
• Focus on quality outcomes and patient-centered care

Who This Role Is For
You're a strong fit if you:

• Hold a Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program and are licensed or license-eligible
• Want clinical variety across acute and outpatient settings
• Thrive in collaborative, hospital-based environments
• Are passionate about treating diverse patient populations across the lifespan
• Value work-life balance (half-day Fridays, no weekend rotation)
• Are looking for hospital-based stability with a nonprofit health system

This role welcomes:

• New graduates seeking diverse clinical exposure with structured support
• Experienced SLPs looking for a well-rounded role with clinical variety and stability

Why Join This Team?

• Clinical variety: Split between acute and outpatient for well-rounded experience
• Quality over volume: 45-60 minute OP sessions, reasonable productivity expectations
• Work-life balance: Half-day Fridays + no weekend rotation + built-in documentation time
• Hospital-based stability: Nonprofit health system with strong benefits and PSLF eligibility
• Collaborative culture: Work alongside experienced PTs and OTs in supportive environment
• Financial support: $5K sign-on bonus

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