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Sutter Health
Jackson, Mississippi

Speech Language Pathologist, Home Health, Per Diem

Speech-Language PathologistIncludes weekendsNo nightsPer Diem

Listed compensation

$61.16-$85.62/hr

The week · per this posting

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and time off.

Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Valley

Position Overview

Primary coverage area will be Amador county.

Provides assessment, treatment, care, and evaluation for patients with cognitive, speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders.

Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring and care, and effective communication.

Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care. Assists with clinical supervision of assistants and aides, and serves as clinical instructor for assigned students.

Job Description

Education

Master's: Graduate of an accredited speech pathology program

Typical Experience

2 years recent relevant experience.

Certification & Licensure

  • SP-Licensed Speech Pathologist.
  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider.

Department Required Certification & Licensure

  • Department, SCAH: DL-Valid Drivers License
  • Department, SCAH: AUTO-Automobile Insurance

Skills and Knowledge

  • Critical thinking, complex problems solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.
  • Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
  • Ability to work in demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timelines and requirement.
  • Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies.
  • Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, customer service and community relations abilities.
  • Able to retain and apply new knowledge & skills.
  • Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule: Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

As Needed

Benefits

No

Unions

No

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

0

Employee Status

Per Diem/Casual

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

  • Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
  • Pay Range is $61.16 to $85.62 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

Provides assessment, treatment, and evaluation for patients with cognitive, speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. Assists with clinical supervision of assistants and serves as a clinical instructor for assigned students.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree from an accredited speech pathology program and at least 2 years of recent relevant experience. Must hold a valid Speech Pathologist license, BLS certification, a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Complex problem solvingCommunication skillsComputer proficiencyRegulatory compliance

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 45% have no call, 48% 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 score5.1 / 10 · above average in speech language pathologyranked against 6,823 Speech Language Pathology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedSpeech-Language Pathology median $139k (middle half $109k–$151k)186 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingMississippi index 87.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Speech-Language Pathology listings in Mississippi50 active6,939 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 8% remote · 45% no call · 48% 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 contract/1099 Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

30 jobs · 27 employers
8
<$125k
5
$125k-140k
8
$140k-155k
9
$155k-170k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

37 jobs · 27 employers
401k / retirement match
78%
CME allowance
54%
Sign-on bonus
8%
Loan repayment
8%
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow

Dragonfly Cares · Dix Hills, New York

$65-$90/hr
#2

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) On-CallPer Diem

Links Healthcare · Carmichael, California

$65-$70/hr
#3

Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) PRN

$68.00 per hour
#4

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Home Health

starting at $65/hr
+ 37 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 70% of Speech Language Pathology listings

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

  • No nights
  • Includes weekends

Living in Jackson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$89k
Typical market rent
$1,265/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.0
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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