Speech Language Pathologist | MOST URGENT | Acute Care Hospital
Day Shift | Inpatient Setting | MBS & FEES Exposure

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 272-230-3157
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-banzhaf-bb7a17a4
Prefer a quick conversation instead of applying? Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist in Gainesville, Florida. This is a most urgent opportunity within a large, well-supported acute care hospital system.

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Speech Language Pathologist provides evaluation and treatment for communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders in an inpatient acute care setting. This role includes working with medically complex and stroke populations while collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.

SCHEDULE
• Day shift typically 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
• Rotating weekends

COMPENSATION
• Hourly rate $35.77 to $49.18 based on experience
• Sign-On Bonus: $10,000

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders
• Perform and interpret Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBS) and FEES when applicable
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on patient needs
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and therapy teams
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and recovery expectations
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY
• MOST URGENT opening
• Access to advanced diagnostic tools including MBS and FEES
• High-acuity patient population including stroke and complex cases
• Large 523-bed acute care hospital
• Strong interdisciplinary rehabilitation team
• Stable schedule with day shift hours

BENEFITS
• Health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• 401k with company match
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition assistance and student loan support
• Paid time off and paid family leave
• Relocation assistance available

• Must have at least 1 year of Speech Language Pathologist experience
• Experience with MBS (Modified Barium Swallow Study) strongly preferred
• Experience with FEES (Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing) strongly preferred
• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology required
• Active Speech Language Pathologist license required (Florida or eligible)
• Basic Life Support required
• Ability to work in acute care inpatient setting
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills required

Not ready to formally apply? That is completely fine. Many candidates prefer a brief, confidential conversation first. You are welcome to call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting’s system.