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Lead Speech-Language Pathologist

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$37.25 - $50.25/hr

About the Job The Lead Speech-Language Pathologist (Lead SLP) serves as the clinical and operational leader of the Speech Therapy Department at Mindful Sprouts. This role is responsible for ensuring ...

Lead Speech-Language Pathologist

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$37.25 - $50.25/hr

About the Job The Lead Speech-Language Pathologist (Lead SLP) serves as the clinical and operational leader of the Speech Therapy Department at Mindful Sprouts. This role is responsible for ensuring ...

LEAD SPEECH PATHOLOGIST

Watertown, NY

$41.50 - $56/hr

Samaritan Medical Center Department: 01.7551 SMC SPEECH THERAPY Pay Range: Care for our community, and your career. Performs initial evaluations and re-evaluations. Plans and implements a Speech ...

$8.9K/mo

Lead Speech Language Pathologist Apply now Job no: 558036 Work type: Staff Location: East Bay Categories: Unit 2 - CSUEU - Health Care Support, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time Salary and ...

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What does a Lead Speech do?

A Lead Speech, often referred to as a Lead Speech Pathologist or Lead Speech-Language Pathologist, is a specialist responsible for overseeing and providing speech and language therapy services. They supervise a team of speech therapists, coordinate therapy programs, and ensure that treatment plans meet clinical standards. Additionally, they may assess patients, develop intervention strategies, and provide direct therapy. Their role often includes mentoring staff, managing caseloads, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.

How does a Lead Speech professional typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement speech technology solutions?

As a Lead Speech professional, you’ll work closely with data scientists, software engineers, product managers, and UX designers to develop and integrate speech recognition or synthesis systems into products. Collaboration often involves translating product requirements into technical specifications, coordinating model training and deployment, and ensuring that speech solutions meet user needs. Successful candidates are proactive communicators who can bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders, fostering a collaborative environment for innovation and problem-solving.

What is the difference between Lead Speech vs Speech Therapist?

AspectLead SpeechSpeech Therapist
CredentialsTypically requires a master's degree in communication sciences or speech-language pathology, along with licensureRequires a master's degree in speech-language pathology and state licensure
Work EnvironmentOften leads teams in educational, healthcare, or corporate settingsWorks directly with individuals in clinics, schools, or hospitals
Industry UsageUsed in organizations to denote leadership roles in speech-related projectsCommonly used to describe clinical professionals providing speech therapy services

Lead Speech roles focus on managing speech projects or teams, often requiring leadership skills and relevant certifications. Speech Therapists provide direct therapy to clients with speech or language disorders. While both roles involve speech expertise, Lead Speech emphasizes leadership and project management, whereas Speech Therapist centers on clinical treatment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Lead Speech-Language Pathologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lead Speech-Language Pathologist, you need advanced knowledge in speech-language pathology, a master's degree in the field, and current state licensure or ASHA certification. Familiarity with assessment tools, electronic documentation systems, and specialized therapy software is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills help in managing teams and collaborating with other healthcare professionals. These competencies ensure effective therapy outcomes, streamlined operations, and high-quality patient care.
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Infographic showing various Lead Speech job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution.
Lead Speech Language Pathologist

Lead Speech Language Pathologist

HCA Florida Mercy Hospital

Miami, FL • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


HCA Florida Healthcare rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 476 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

670th of 890 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Lead Speech Language Pathologist with HCA Florida Mercy Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The lead speech language pathologist is responsible for the delivery of patient care through the process of assessment, development, implementation, and revision of treatment programs as necessary. The lead speech language pathologist is also responsible for providing speech therapy to patients/customers throughout the lifespan and able to provide age-specific direct care/services to this population. In addition, the lead speech language pathologist participates in clinical programs and interdepartmental activities within the organization. They also function as a clinical instructor in the student affiliation program.

What qualifications you will need:
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • (SLP) Speech-Language Pathologist
  • Masters Degree
Benefits

HCA Florida Mercy Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Florida Mercy Hospital is a 488-bed facility. We are accredited by the Joint Commission and offer a wide range of medical specialties. These specialties include emergency care, heart, and vascular care. We are designated by the Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center. Other specialties include maternity and neonatal care. We are a Level II NICU hospital. HCA Florida Mercy Hospital is CARF accredited for inpatient rehabilitation. Our facility offers a Comprehensive Community Cancer Program. This program is accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. We are affiliated with HCA Florida Healthcare Division. HCA Florida Mercy Hospital is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of St. Augustine, Florida. We serve as Miami-Dade County’s only Catholic hospital. We follow the Catholic tradition of caring for God’s people and providing spiritual support. We are dedicated to our mission of caring for the physical and spiritual needs of all the people we serve.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Lead Speech Language Pathologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


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