Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)
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Job Description
Making a difference and helping kids shine, one session at a time.
At Associates in Pediatric Therapy (APT), we don’t just offer therapy, we build brighter futures through compassionate, individualized care. As a therapist with APT, you’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive team that puts kids and families first, all in a fun, energizing environment designed to help everyone thrive (including you!).
What Makes APT Different?
We do things differently, and it shows.
- Client-Focused Care = No cookie cutter plans
- Diverse Caseloads = Avoiding a “one-size-fits-all” approach
- Family-First Mindset = We care for the whole child
- Run by Clinicians = You’re never just a number here, our therapists take pride in what they do
Why You'll Love It Here
- Mentorship: Whether you are a new grad or an experienced therapist, APT provides top notch mentorship.
- Flexible Schedules: Because life outside of work matters, too!
- Amazing Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, life & disability insurance, company provided professional liability insurance – we’ve got you covered.
The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant is responsible for providing physician ordered treatment for patients, as well as the prevention of regression under the direction and supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist.
What You’ll Do
Under physicians orders and in collaboration with supervising speech language pathologist, treat patients with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders.
Assist with preparing detailed documentation of treatment provided, length of treatment and progress toward outcomes identified in plan of care.
Follow treatment and therapy plans recommended by speech language pathologist to suit the individual needs of a diverse population of patients including short- and long-term goals.
Prepares therapy material and/or equipment for use in therapy activities; adapts or modifies instructional materials and/or equipment as determined by patients needs and abilities.
- Assist with performing screenings to detect communication disorders.
- Help to educate patients, parents, and caregivers, about speech disorders, causes and plan for treatment.
Report patient progress and status to appropriate parties including family members, caregiver, or medical professional.
Requirements
- What We’re Looking For:
- Associate degree with completion of a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant program from an accredited university.
- Hold an applicable and current, unrestricted license.
- Passed national boards.
- Thorough understanding of speech-related conditions, causes, and treatments.
- See why we are proud to work at APT:
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Associates in Pediatric Therapy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Key Responsibilities
The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant provides physician-ordered treatment for patients with speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist. They are also responsible for preparing therapy materials, documenting patient progress, and educating families on treatment plans.
Key Skills
Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
In Tennessee, the Speech-Language Pathology weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$96k (33 salary observations; 337 listings), vs ~$98k nationally (3,441 salary observations; 19,292 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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