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To view our current SLP jobs, please utilize the job search above. Preferred specializes in connecting talented speech therapists with rewarding opportunities nationwide. With our extensive network of client facilities, we can present you with a wide variety of speech-language pathologist jobs across schools, hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation centers, and more. If you are ready to speak with a recruiter about available SLP jobs, go ahead and apply today.

Speech-Language Pathologist Job Description

Speech-language pathologists play a vital role in helping individuals improve their communication and swallowing abilities. Typical SLP job responsibilities include:

• Preventing, assessing, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders.
• Designing and implementing personalized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Collaborating with teachers, physicians, caregivers, and other healthcare professionals to support patient progress.
• Maintaining accurate patient documentation and following up with families or care teams.
• Creating a positive, supportive environment to encourage success.

In short, speech therapist jobs combine clinical expertise, creativity, and compassion to help patients of all ages achieve better communication and quality of life.

SLP Salary Range & Average

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual wage for speech-language pathologists was $84,140 as of May 2022. Salaries can vary depending on factors such as setting, location, experience, and specialization.

• The lowest 10% earned less than $56,370.
• The highest 10% earned more than $126,680.

SLP salaries also vary by practice setting, with school-based speech therapists earning differently than those working in hospitals or private practice.

SLP Employment Outlook

The outlook for SLP jobs is very strong. The BLS projects employment for speech-language pathologists to grow 19% from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations. This demand is driven by:

• Increased awareness and diagnosis of speech and language disorders in children.
• An aging population that may experience strokes, dementia, or other health conditions impacting communication and swallowing.
• Continued need for SLP services in schools, hospitals, and rehabilitation facilities.

Simply put, speech-language pathologist jobs offer both professional stability and long-term career growth.

Speech-Language Pathology Specialties

Speech therapists can specialize in a variety of settings and patient populations. Some of the most common SLP job specialties include:

Education/School-Based SLPs

• Work in schools to identify and treat children with speech, language, and communication disorders.
• Address issues such as articulation, phonological disorders, and fluency (e.g., stuttering).

Medical SLPs

• Work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, or skilled nursing facilities.
• Treat swallowing disorders (dysphagia) often seen in stroke or traumatic brain injury patients.
• Provide therapy for motor speech and voice/resonance disorders.

Aural Rehabilitation Specialists

• Help patients with hearing loss or deafness improve speech clarity and communication skills.

Neonatal & Pediatric Specialists

• Provide early intervention for infants with feeding/swallowing difficulties.
• Support children with developmental delays or congenital conditions.

With so many career paths in speech-language pathology, you can choose a specialty that aligns with your interests, skills, and long-term goals.

 

If you would like more information about speech-language pathology jobs or are ready get started, Preferred can help. Apply today and get connected with the right assignment for you.