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Jackson, Tennessee

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) (PRN)

Speech-Language PathologistPer Diem

Compensation

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

West Tennessee Post-Acute, located in Jackson, TN, is a skilled nursing facility with 67 Medicare-certified beds. It has been CMS-certified since 1986 and offers transitional care services aimed at helping patients recover after hospital stays. The facility has an average occupancy rate of 78.81% and emphasizes quality care through its participation in the Medicare program

Why Join Us?

At West Tennessee Post-Acute, our team is committed to creating a supportive, patient-centered environment where both residents and staff can thrive.

If you’re passionate about providing high-quality care and being part of a compassionate and skilled team, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents!

Position Overview

As a Speech Therapist (ST), you will play an integral role in diagnosing and treating individuals with communication and swallowing disorders, working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient.

  • Conduct thorough assessments and evaluations of patients with speech, language, and swallowing disorders.
  • Develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment results and patient goals.
  • Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address identified communication difficulties.
  • Monitor and document patients' progress throughout the course of treatment.
  • Collaborate with physicians, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to provide holistic care.
  • Educate patients and their families on speech and language disorders and coping strategies.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patients' evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in speech pathology is REQUIRED
  • State licensure and relevant certifications.
  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
  • Skilled Nursing or Long-Term Care, experience is a plus

For Full Time, What We Offer

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • Additional options like Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans.
  • Life and AD&D insurance included for full-time employees.
  • 401(k) retirement savings.
  • Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Paid orientation and training programs.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

Key Responsibilities

The Speech-Language Pathologist will diagnose and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. Responsibilities include conducting thorough assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Speech therapyPatient assessmentTreatment planningCommunication disordersEvidence-based practiceInterdisciplinary collaborationPatient educationInterpersonal skills

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

In Tennessee, the Speech-Language Pathology weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$92k (42 salary observations; 334 listings), vs ~$99k nationally (3,878 salary observations; 21,654 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 44% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedSpeech-Language Pathology median $101k (middle half $89k–$117k)35 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Tennessee vs national$92k median in Tennessee$99k nationally (−7%)42 state / 3,878 national salary observations
Cost of livingTennessee index 91.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Speech-Language Pathology listings in Tennessee139 active6,937 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 10% remote · 44% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTennessee speech-language pathologist listings (all specialties): 8% state a sign-on bonus · 4% offer loan repayment147 active listings, Nov 2026
New Speech-Language Pathology listings2,626 in the last 30 days1,391 the 30 days before (+89%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Speech-Language Pathology pay trend+4.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top contract/1099 Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

33 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs
8
<$95k
6
$95k-115k
2
$115k-135k
6
$135k-155k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

24 jobs
401k / retirement match
75% this job
CME allowance
46%
Sign-on bonus
25%
Loan repayment
21%
Relocation assistance
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Virtual Speech Language PathologistContract

Liberty Education Solutions · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

$72 per hour
#2

Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, SLP - Santa ClaraPer Diem

CVHCare · Santa Clara, California

Up to $140,000
#3

Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, SLP - Contra Costa

Up to $140,000
#4

Speech Language Pathologist

$60-$65/hr
+ 31 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 10% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,936 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Links Healthcare

Hospitals and Health Care
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Accident Insurance and Hospitalization plans
Life and AD&D insurance
401(k) retirement savings
Paid time off: Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave
Paid orientation and training programs

Living in Jackson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$230k
Typical market rent
$1,418/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
85.5
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Jackson, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.