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Reliant Rehabilitation
Newport, Arkansas

Speech Language Pathologist

Speech-Language PathologistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$55-$60/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

This position may be offered as a Full-Time or PRN opening, depending on several factors. Please apply, and a member of our team will reach out to discuss available options.

Why Join Reliant Rehabilitation?

Joining Reliant means becoming part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of patients and residents across a variety of care communities. As one of the nation’s largest contract therapy providers, Reliant offers unmatched clinical support, professional development, and growth opportunities.

Our leadership team began their careers as therapists, and we take pride in promoting from within.

You’ll be supported by a dedicated clinical team that provides ongoing training, proven protocols, and hands-on guidance — ensuring therapy is delivered effectively for patients and in full compliance to support our partners.

With operations in 44 states and more than 900 communities nationwide, Reliant can match your location, schedule, and career goals, wherever your path leads.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • PTO Share and Buy-Back Programs
  • Maternity and Paternity support program
  • Continuing education, mentorship programs and clinical leadership development
  • Tuition loan repayment assistance Program
  • Flexible scheduling options

Responsibilities

Delivering Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) services to patients in accordance with the principles of speech-language therapy and Reliant Rehabilitation’s standards.

Foster positive relationships with clients and facility staff while providing high-quality care, including patient screening and evaluation, development and implementation of treatment plans, discharge planning, and case management.

Uphold professional conduct that reflects Reliant Rehabilitation’s commitment to excellence and comply with all applicable state and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Improve patients’ communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing abilities through direct provision and oversight of speech therapy
  • Contribute to the development and sustainability of a robust SLP program
  • Strengthen clinical, professional, and leadership skills through collaboration, self-study, and continuing education
  • Maintain a valid state license and stay informed on developments in speech-language pathology and the healthcare environment
  • Apply knowledge of relevant billing models and treatment guidelines to ensure care meets clinical and regulatory standards
  • Deliver care that aligns with treatment goals and produces meaningful outcomes
  • Adhere to infection control and environmental safety protocols within the facility
  • Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English for effective communication and documentation
  • Maintaining confidentiality as appropriate and ensuring compliance with the state practice act in the state(s) where you are licensed.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Speech-Language Pathology
  • Valid Speech-Language Pathologist state license

Please note rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and location(s).

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Treatment planningCommunication therapyCognitive-linguistic therapySwallowing therapyClinical documentationRegulatory compliance

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Speech Language Pathologist at Reliant Rehabilitation a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Speech Language Pathology — ranked against 6,823 active Speech Language Pathology listings on WeekdayDoc.

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 48% have no call, 65% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Speech-Language Pathology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.1 / 10 · top 10% in speech language pathologyranked against 6,823 Speech Language Pathology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$114k–$125kSpeech-Language Pathology median $107k (middle half $97k–$119k)350 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$138k in purchasing powerArkansas index 86.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Speech-Language Pathology listings in Arkansas46 active6,928 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 10% remote · 48% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Speech-Language Pathology pay trend+4.2% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (6,823 Speech Language Pathology listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

27 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

27 jobs · 18 employers
12
<$105k
2
$105k-130k
8
$130k-155k
4
$155k-180k
1
$187k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

23 jobs · 18 employers
401k / retirement match
87% this job
CME allowance
39% this job
Loan repayment
30% this job
Relocation assistance
26%
Sign-on bonus
17%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$80-$90/hr
#2

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$65-$80/hr
#3

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$70-$80/hr
#4

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$61.5-$75.75/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 7.1
Among the best 10% of Speech Language Pathology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,823 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Reliant Rehabilitation

Hospitals and Health Care
Plano, Texas
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental
Vision
Company-paid Life Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
PTO Share and Buy-Back Programs
Maternity and Paternity Support
Continuing Education

Living in Newport

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$127k
Median resident rent
$597/mo
Residents’ average commute
14 min
State income tax
Up to 4.9%
Sources & methodology

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

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