Speech/Language Pathologist PD

Speech-Language PathologistPer Diem

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Posted 6mo ago

Job Description

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is accountable for providing diagnostic and rehabilitative services to pediatric patients at risk for speech, voice, language, hearing, communication, swallowing, and related disabilities.

Services are provided in both the acute care and outpatient setting to children with a range of developmental and medical diagnoses.

The SLP is also accountable for self and department development and works on projects and assignments aligned with professional interests and departmental needs, in accordance with the established Professional Practice Model.

Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states.

Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home.

Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.

At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team.

Key Responsibilities

The Speech-Language Pathologist provides diagnostic and rehabilitative services for pediatric patients facing speech, voice, language, hearing, swallowing, and communication disabilities in acute care and outpatient settings. The role also involves self and department development through projects aligned with professional interests and departmental needs.

Requirements

A Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology or equivalent is required, along with a State of Connecticut Speech Pathologist License or eligibility, and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency within one year of hire. Preferred experience includes three years in pediatrics and/or a hospital setting.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Diagnostic ServicesPediatric CareMedical TerminologyICD-9CPT CodesWord ProcessingData GatheringProblem SolvingInterdisciplinary CareSupervisionPrioritization

Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathologist listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 55% have no call, 88% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathologist pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution21 jobs · 17 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks20 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
85%
CME allowance
55%
Loan repayment
15%
Sign-on bonus
10%
PSLF eligible
5%

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Work-life snapshot

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