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Arbor Therapy
Glendale, Arizona

Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech-Language PathologistIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$80000-$90000/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

Arbor Therapy is hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist to join our Mesa clinic team! In this role, you will provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy services to support children and families in developing communication, feeding, and language skills. If you enjoy working in a collaborative environment and are passionate about helping clients reach meaningful developmental milestones, we would love to connect with you.

This is a great opportunity for speech-language pathologists interested in pediatrics, early intervention, and developmental disabilities to grow their clinical skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of the families we serve.

About Arbor Therapy

Arbor Therapy is a leading provider of therapeutic services across the East and West Valley of Arizona. Our mission is to provide exceptional, compassionate, and evidence-based care to every client and family we serve. We believe in a collaborative, strengths-based approach and are committed to helping each client reach their full potential.

What Makes Us Different

We don't just talk about culture-we live it. Our employee-led Culture Committee helps make Arbor Therapy a place people truly enjoy working. From appreciation events and wellness initiatives to celebrations and team-building activities, we prioritize connection, recognition, and support across our organization.

Benefits & Perks

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage (100% employer-paid dental and vision + competitive medical plans)
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 401(k) with 3% company match
  • Continuing education and professional development support
  • 100% employer-paid EOS Gym membership
  • Company-provided logo wear and milestone recognition
  • Employee-led Culture Committee with quarterly events and team-building activities
  • Supportive team environment with real opportunities for growth
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Retention bonus program

Role Overview

  • Evaluate and treat speech, language, communication, and feeding disorders
  • Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans
  • Monitor progress and adjust interventions to support optimal outcomes
  • Educate and involve parents and caregivers in the therapy process
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including occupational and physical therapists
  • Complete timely and accurate documentation of services
  • Provide mentorship and supervision for students or assistants when applicable

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
  • Active Speech-Language Pathologist license through the Arizona Department of Health Services
  • Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain one
  • Experience or interest in early intervention and developmental disabilities
  • Passion for professional growth and continuing education
  • Positive and professional demeanor with strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Experience or interest in feeding intervention is strongly preferred
  • Experience with AAC is a plus
  • Bilingualism is a plus

Schedule: Consistent weekly schedule:

Tuesday: 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM (30-minute break)

Wednesday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (30-minute break)

Thursday: 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM (30-minute break)

Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (30-minute break)

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (30-minute break)

Working Conditions

This role requires intermittent standing, lifting, kneeling, and sitting. You may work closely with clients who have developmental, behavioral, or physical diagnoses and who may occasionally exhibit challenging behaviors.

Arbor Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We foster the same inclusion both within our company and our stakeholders and partners.

Key Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat children with speech, language, communication, and feeding disorders using evidence-based treatment plans. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and educate caregivers to support optimal developmental outcomes.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Pediatric TherapyTreatment PlanningPatient EvaluationMultidisciplinary CollaborationClinical DocumentationInterpersonal Communication

Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$177k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $175k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 13% are remote, 33% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

27 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution27 jobs · 13 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks21 jobs · 13 employers

401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
38% this job
Loan repayment
19%
Relocation assistance
19% this job
PSLF eligible
19%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 582 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Glendale

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$384k
Typical market rent
$1,507/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.3
State income tax
Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Arbor Therapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Chandler, Arizona
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (100% employer-paid dental and vision)
Paid time off and paid holidays
401(k) with 3% company match
Continuing education and professional development support
100% employer-paid EOS Gym membership
Company-provided logo wear and milestone recognition
Employee-led Culture Committee with quarterly events
Relocation assistance available