Explore Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) jobs for experienced professionals seeking meaningful work and competitive compensation. Speech-language pathologists assess and treat communication and swallowing disorders across settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, clinics, and home health. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles for accomplished clinicians, specialists, and leaders.
SLPs evaluate speech, language, voice, fluency, cognitive-communication, and swallowing needs. They develop individualized treatment plans, track outcomes, counsel patients and families, and collaborate with physicians, educators, occupational therapists, and other care providers. Responsibilities vary by population, specialty, and workplace.
Career paths may focus on adult neurogenic disorders, pediatric language development, autism and communication support, voice, fluency, dysphagia, or augmentative and alternative communication. Employers include acute-care hospitals, outpatient practices, rehabilitation facilities, schools, skilled nursing facilities, and telehealth providers. Advanced positions may include clinical supervision, program development, management, or director-level responsibilities.
Requirements depend on the role and location. Many positions require a graduate degree in speech-language pathology, relevant clinical experience, and a state license. Employers may also seek a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP), specialty expertise, supervisory experience, or familiarity with specific patient populations and documentation systems. Review each posting for its exact qualifications.
Compensation can vary based on experience, specialty, employer, location, and scope of responsibility. Browse Ladders for Speech Language Pathologist jobs paying $100,000 or more, and compare opportunities that match your clinical background and career goals. Create a focused résumé highlighting measurable outcomes, specialized expertise, and leadership experience to help employers understand your impact.
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - School Based
$112K - $187K *
Unlock the potential of children by providing essential Speech Therapy services, conducting evaluations, and collaborating with families and educators to support individualized goals and track progres...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - School Based
$112K - $187K *
Empower children by providing expert Speech Therapy services in schools, conducting evaluations, tracking progress, and collaborating with families and educators to achieve individualized goals as out...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - School Based
$112K - $187K *
Unlock the potential of children by providing essential Speech Therapy services. Collaborate with families and educators to assess progress and deliver tailored interventions, ensuring each child's co...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - School Based
$112K - $187K *
Unlock potential by providing essential Speech Therapy services to children, conducting evaluations, and collaborating with families and educators to support individualized goals in a school setting...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
$104K *
Join our team as a Speech-Language Pathologist, providing essential therapy services to K-12 students. Collaborate with educators and families to enhance communication skills and support student succe...
2 weeks ago
$124K - $145K *
Empower students by providing expert speech and language therapy, evaluating needs, and collaborating with educational teams to enhance communication skills and support academic success in a dynamic s...
2 weeks ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Mobile Outpatient
$80K - $107K *
Empower individuals by providing in-home speech therapy services to enhance communication and swallowing skills for older adults. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver personalized care...
5 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Provide comprehensive Speech Therapy services to children, conducting evaluations, tracking progress, and collaborating with families and professionals to achieve developmental goals in diverse settin...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Empower children through tailored Speech Therapy services in diverse settings. Conduct evaluations, track progress, and collaborate with families and professionals to achieve developmental goals while...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Unlock potential by delivering impactful Speech Therapy services to children, conducting assessments, and collaborating with families and professionals to support developmental goals in diverse settin...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Deliver impactful Speech Therapy services to children in diverse settings, conducting evaluations and collaborating with families and professionals to track progress and achieve developmental goals ef...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Empower children through targeted Speech Therapy services, conducting evaluations and collaborating with families and professionals to enhance communication skills and track progress in diverse settin...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Unlock your potential by providing impactful Speech Therapy services to children in diverse settings. Collaborate with families and professionals to enhance child development through tailored evaluati...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Unlock potential by providing Speech Therapy services to children in diverse settings. Collaborate with families and professionals to assess progress and deliver tailored interventions, ensuring compl...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Empower children through effective Speech Therapy services in diverse settings. Collaborate with families and professionals to track progress and achieve individualized goals, ensuring quality care an...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Join a dedicated team providing Speech Therapy services to children in diverse settings. Conduct evaluations, track progress, and collaborate with families and professionals to support each child's de...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Champion the development of children by providing essential Speech Therapy services in diverse settings, conducting assessments, and collaborating with families and professionals to track progress and...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing impactful Speech Therapy services to children in diverse settings. Collaborate with families and professionals to assess, track progress, and deliver tailored...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Shape the future of children's communication by delivering tailored Speech Therapy services in diverse settings. Collaborate with families and professionals to track progress and achieve developmental...
1 week ago
Speech Language Pathologist (Remote)
$124K - $145K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing student communication skills through effective speech therapy. Collaborate with educators and families to develop tailored treatment plans and ensure students...
2 weeks ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Mobile Outpatient
$80K - $107K *
Advance the quality of life for older adults by providing in-home speech therapy services. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance communication and swallowing skills, ensuring personalize...
4 days ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Unlock potential as you provide vital Speech Therapy services to children, conducting assessments and collaborating with families and professionals to support developmental goals in diverse settings...
2 weeks ago
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Early Intervention
$112K - $187K *
Unlock your potential by providing impactful Speech Therapy services to children in diverse settings. Collaborate with families and professionals to enhance child development and track progress throug...
2 weeks ago
Speech Language Pathologist – Powerback Rehabilitation To You
$80K - $107K *
Elevate patient care by providing in-home speech therapy services to older adults. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance communication and swallowing skills, ensuring personalized rehabi...
5 days ago
Virtual Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
$91K - $112K *
Join a dedicated team delivering top-notch Speech Language Pathology services remotely, enhancing the lives of school-aged children with flexible scheduling and cutting-edge tools. Collaborate with pr...
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What does a Speech Language Pathologist do?
A Speech Language Pathologist evaluates and treats communication and swallowing disorders. Depending on the setting, the role may involve assessment, individualized therapy, progress monitoring, family education, and collaboration with other professionals.
Where do Speech Language Pathologists work?
SLPs work in settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, schools, skilled nursing facilities, home health, and telehealth services.
What qualifications are commonly required for SLP jobs?
Many roles require a graduate degree in speech-language pathology and a license in the state where the clinician practices. Some employers also request clinical certification, experience in a specialty, or supervisory qualifications. Requirements vary by position and location.
Can Speech Language Pathologists earn $100,000 or more?
Some SLP positions, particularly specialized, experienced, leadership, or higher-responsibility roles, may pay $100,000 or more. Pay depends on factors such as location, employer, experience, and job scope.
How can I find senior Speech Language Pathologist jobs?
Search for SLP openings by specialty, setting, location, and level of responsibility. On Ladders, explore vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more and tailor your résumé to emphasize clinical results, expertise, and leadership.