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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$145K - $156K *

Join our team to deliver exceptional rehabilitative care as a Speech-Language Pathologist. Engage with patients, develop care plans, and provide skilled interventions in a supportive environment focus...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $114K *

Transform lives by delivering essential speech therapy services in a supportive environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to create personalized care plans and ensure optimal recovery for patient...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $114K *

Transform patient care by delivering expert speech-language therapy in a supportive environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance recovery for geriatric clients, ensuring compliance with c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $156K *

Advance patient care by evaluating and treating communication and swallowing disorders. Collaborate with a dedicated in-house team to develop tailored rehabilitation plans, ensuring compliance with cl...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by evaluating and treating diverse outpatient clients with communication and swallowing disorders, utilizing advanced techniques and collaborating with a supportive team to enhan...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $118K *

Elevate the lives of children by providing tailored speech-language therapy, conducting evaluations, and developing individualized treatment plans in a supportive, flexible environment that fosters pr...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$153K *

Empower individuals by providing expert speech and language therapy to children and adults, assessing needs, developing tailored treatment plans, and enhancing communication skills in a dynamic outpat...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $126K *

Elevate your career as a Speech-Language Pathologist, driving impactful therapy for children. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team, advance through our Clinical Ladder, and enjoy a supportive envir...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$52K - $156K *

Lead the charge in providing in-home speech therapy for children, enhancing communication and developmental skills. Collaborate with families and healthcare professionals to deliver tailored intervent...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $118K *

Engage in comprehensive evaluations and treatment for patients with communicative, cognitive-linguistic, feeding, and swallowing disorders, ensuring high-quality care and collaboration within a multid...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $118K *

Unlock your potential as a Speech-Language Pathologist, providing comprehensive evaluations and tailored treatment for diverse patient populations in acute care settings. Collaborate with multidiscipl...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $114K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing pediatric speech therapy services. Collaborate with Speech Language Pathologists to support children with speech and language disorders through engaging activ...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $114K *

Shape the future of pediatric therapy by providing essential support to Speech Language Pathologists, enhancing language skills, and assisting children with speech and language disorders in a collabor...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$187K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement innovative speech therapy interventions for children. Collaborate with families and professionals while managing evaluations and progress reports in a suppo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $114K *

Shape the future of young children by providing tailored speech and language services. Collaborate with families and professionals to foster communication development and achieve meaningful goals thro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $89K *

Transform lives by providing speech and language therapy in a supportive clinic. Collaborate with a dedicated team to develop individualized treatment plans and foster meaningful communication skills...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $95K *

Unlock potential by assisting patients in restoring speech and communication functions through comprehensive evaluation and tailored treatment plans, contributing to their overall rehabilitation journ...

3 weeks ago

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

$81K - $95K *

Elevate patient care by providing expert speech therapy services, focusing on the restoration and development of communication and swallowing functions through tailored evaluations and treatment plans...

3 weeks ago

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

$79K - $118K *

Empower patients by conducting speech and language evaluations, developing tailored treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and comfort in a supportive env...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Engage with pediatric patients to evaluate and treat speech and language disorders. Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to develop effective treatment plans, ensuring comprehensive care for ch...

4 days ago

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

$83K - $104K *

Transform the learning experience by delivering tailored speech-language therapy, collaborating with a dynamic team, and empowering students and families through effective communication strategies and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$83K - $93K *

Unlock potential by implementing tailored speech therapy programs, collaborating with a dynamic team, and fostering growth in students while maintaining meticulous documentation and adhering to treatm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$83K - $93K *

Unlock your potential as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant, contributing to vital therapy programs. Collaborate with an innovative team to empower students in their communication journey and e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$83K - $93K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing communication skills in students. Collaborate with a dynamic team to implement tailored therapy plans and foster resilience in learners as you make a meaningf...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic therapy team, delivering exceptional care to patients with diverse needs. Collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals to create innovative programs and foste...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.