Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

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.

What Speech Language Pathologists Do

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.

Popular SLP Specialties and Work Settings

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.

Qualifications for Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

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.

Find $100K+ Speech Language Pathologist Opportunities

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.

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$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...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $110K *

Unlock potential by evaluating and treating patients with communication and swallowing disorders. Join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors through individualized care and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$83K - $99K *

Unlock potential by evaluating and treating patients with communication and swallowing disorders, developing tailored therapy programs, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patie...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$81K - $97K *

Contribute to patient recovery by evaluating and treating swallowing and communication disorders. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop tailored treatment plans, ensuring individualized...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$83K - $97K *

Join a dedicated team of rehabilitation therapists to evaluate and treat patients with swallowing and communication disorders, utilizing evidence-based techniques to enhance their quality of life and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$81K - $97K *

Champion individualized patient care by evaluating and treating swallowing and communication disorders. Collaborate with a dedicated team to develop tailored treatment plans and enhance patient outcom...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$93K - $114K *

Empower senior patients by evaluating and treating communication and swallowing disorders. Collaborate with a dedicated team to create personalized care plans, ensuring each patient receives compassio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$83K - $108K *

Elevate patient care by evaluating and treating swallowing and communication disorders. Collaborate with a dedicated team to develop personalized therapy programs, ensuring each patient receives focus...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$93K - $114K *

Empower senior patients by providing compassionate speech therapy. Collaborate with a dedicated team to evaluate, treat, and enhance communication and swallowing abilities, ensuring personalized care...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$93K - $114K *

Empower senior patients through personalized speech therapy. Evaluate, treat, and develop tailored programs for communication and swallowing disorders while collaborating with a dedicated team to enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$89K - $114K *

Shape the future of patient care by evaluating and treating swallowing and communication disorders. Collaborate with a dedicated team to develop personalized therapy programs, ensuring each patient re...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$83K - $114K *

Empower patients by evaluating and treating swallowing and communication disorders, developing tailored therapy programs, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care and ou...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$89K - $114K *

Join a dedicated team to evaluate and treat patients with swallowing and communication disorders, implementing tailored therapy programs and collaborating with healthcare professionals for optimal pat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$83K - $114K *

Deliver individualized speech therapy services to patients with swallowing and communication disorders, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care and outcomes through evidenc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$85K - $102K *

Transform your career by joining a dedicated team to evaluate and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders, utilizing evidence-based techniques for personalized care and rehabilitati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$93K - $104K *

Make your mark at a rewarding role where you evaluate and treat patients with swallowing and communication disorders, fostering relationships and delivering personalized care as part of a dedicated re...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$93K - $104K *

Transform the lives of patients by evaluating and treating swallowing and communication disorders. Collaborate with a dedicated team to create personalized therapy programs that enhance quality of lif...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$89K - $104K *

Unlock potential by evaluating and treating patients with swallowing and communication disorders. Collaborate with a dedicated team to create individualized treatment plans and enhance patient care th...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$89K - $104K *

Pioneer innovative treatment strategies for patients with swallowing and communication disorders. Collaborate with a dedicated team to develop personalized therapy plans, ensuring each patient receive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Speech Language Pathologist do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.