Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) (PRN)
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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-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.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Speech-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 living | Tennessee index 91.9 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Speech-Language Pathology listings in Tennessee | 139 active | 6,937 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 10% remote · 44% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Tennessee speech-language pathologist listings (all specialties): 8% state a sign-on bonus · 4% offer loan repayment147 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Speech-Language Pathology listings | 2,626 in the last 30 days | 1,391 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 |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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