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Kinetic Pediatric Therapy
Kinston, North Carolina

Speech Language Pathologist - Sign-On Bonus/Loan Repayment Program

Speech-Language Pathologist 8.0 Work-LifeFull-Time

Listed compensation

$40-$50/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

  • SLP - Join Our Close-Knit, Therapist-Led Team!
  • Lenoir County Public Schools
  • $5000 Sign on & Loan Repayment Program

Now hiring for the 2026–2027 school year!

Are you an SLP looking for a supportive and collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter? Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc., a company founded and operated by experienced therapists and educational professionals, offers a unique opportunity to grow your career within a close-knit, multidisciplinary team. We pride ourselves on fostering a connected work culture while providing exceptional compensation, benefits, and clear pathways for advancement.

About Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc.

At Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc., we believe in a multidisciplinary team approach to provide the best care. Our company was built by therapists for therapists, ensuring a deep understanding of your professional needs and aspirations. You will work alongside dedicated colleagues in a supportive atmosphere that values your expertise and encourages continuous learning.

Requirements

NC SLP license or immediate eligibility. CFs are encouraged to apply!

Master's or Doctorate in Communication Sciences Disorders

Why Choose Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc.?

We are committed to the well-being and professional development of our team members. Here’s what you can expect:

Generous Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family.

Long-Term Job Stability: Build a lasting career with a company that values its employees.

Excellent Administrative Support: Focus on what you do best – providing exceptional therapy – with our robust administrative team handling the rest.

Diverse Settings & Clients: Experience a variety of clinical settings and client populations, enriching your professional experience. These are school-based positions that may include services provided by schools in Head Start programs or daycare centers, etc., with most positions being located in a school setting.

Opportunities for Growth & Advancement: We invest in your future with annual supplies, stipends, and clear paths for career progression.

Bridge Program: Access to The Stepping Stones Group's exclusive Bridge Program, offering free, unlimited live and recorded continuing education modules that are credentialed by the respective professional licensure boards and/or associations.

Mentorship for New Professionals: If you are newer to the field, benefit from personalized guidance and support from experienced mentors.

Electronic Medical Records: Streamlined documentation for efficiency. Computers are provided.

  • Mileage Reimbursement & Travel Time: If applicable, we ensure you're compensated for travel between locations.
  • Direct Deposit / Financial Services Package: Convenient and secure financial management.
  • 12-month Pay Plan: Enjoy year-round pay and benefits!

Full-Time Benefits Include

Paid Holidays (10), Paid Vacation Days (10), Paid Sick Leave (48 hours) Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, AD&D Insurance Plans Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance (covers maternity leave*) AFLAC insurance available Retirement: 401k and/or Roth IRA; company matches and no waiting period for vesting Malpractice Insurance Continuing Education Professional Liability Insurance *terms apply

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Choose a path that aligns with your values, interests, skills, and aspirations. Join Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc. and embark on a journey of self-discovery and exploration within a truly supportive and professional family.

Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc. is a proud member of The Stepping Stones Group. Enjoy the reach and resources of a national company with a close-knit local team and a well-known, unique culture that is team member-friendly. Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, Inc. also has an exceptional reputation with school districts. As a part of Stepping Stones Group, you have access to jobs in most of the US if you were to relocate without changing employers.

Click here to apply, visit Kinetic Pediatric Therapy, or email david@kptkids.com.

Key Responsibilities

Provide exceptional speech-language therapy services to students within school-based settings, including Head Start and daycare centers. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of therapists and educational professionals to deliver high-quality pediatric care.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Speech Language PathologyClinical DocumentationMultidisciplinary CollaborationPatient CareEducational Therapy

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Speech Language Pathologist - Sign-On Bonus/Loan Repayment Program at Kinetic Pediatric Therapy a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Speech Language Pathology — ranked against 6,763 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, 20% are remote, 43% have no call, 57% require no weekends.

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

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$94k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $99k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

24 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution24 jobs · 15 employers

13
<$95k
3
$95k-110k
0
$110k-125k
0
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$140k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks23 jobs · 15 employers

401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
35% this job
Sign-on bonus
26% this job
Loan repayment
26% this job
Relocation assistance
22%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Speech Language Pathologist, SLP

Kalesta Healthcare Group · Manteca, California

$65-$75/hr
#2

Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) or Clinical Fellow (SLP-CF)

Speechcom · Paramount, California

$68-$75/hr
#3

Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, SLP - Contra Costa

Up to $140,000
#4

Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, SLP - Oakland/Hayward

Up to $140,000
+ 22 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Speech Language Pathology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,763 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Kinston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$171k
Typical market rent
$1,213/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Kinetic Pediatric Therapy

Medical Practices
Greenville, North Carolina
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus
Loan Repayment Program
10 Paid Holidays
10 Paid Vacation Days
48 Hours Paid Sick Leave
Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, AD&D Insurance
Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
AFLAC Insurance