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TheraTree Pediatric Services
Owensboro, Kentucky

Speech Language Pathologist (Owensboro, KY)

Speech-Language PathologistIncludes weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$70K - $83.9K

The week · per this posting4-day week

Ask the employer about call expectations and time off.

Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Speech-Language Pathologist: Give Voice to What Matters MOST

Be the bridge between silence and connection, the guide who helps a child express their needs, thoughts, and identity. Turn frustration into communication, uncertainty into confidence, and small sounds into life changing moments.

Who We Are

TheraTree Pediatric Therapy is on a mission to grow minds, bodies, and spirits through integrated, high-quality pediatric therapy. We bring together Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Physical Therapy, Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health, and Neuropsychological Diagnostics under one roof to support the whole child and the entire family system.

At TheraTree, speech therapy is not just about words. It is about connection, independence, and giving every child a way to be understood. Speech Therapist is integrated into a larger picture of communication, regulation, movement, behavior, and emotional well-being.

We are building an environment where clinicians are supported, challenged, and able to grow while making a measurable impact. We are looking for a Speech-Language Pathologist who wants to be part of our collaborative team, contribute to something that is growing, and do work that genuinely matters.

Your Role as a Speech Language Pathologist

Perform skilled therapeutic services within the Speech Language Pathologist’s scope of practice. Including:

  • Provide speech and language screenings, evaluations and treatment for pediatric clients.
  • Administer and interpret standardized assessments that identify deficits related to speech, language, and feeding.
  • Support children with expressive/receptive language, articulation, AAC, feeding, and social communication.
  • Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary team members to create meaningful, functional outcomes
  • Celebrate patient success such that they are an inspiration for others!

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Speech Language Pathology Program.

Preferred: Certification of Clinical Competence obtained from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) OR eligible to begin clinical fellowship year.

Clinical Fellows welcome to apply! Paid CF supervision at no cost to you!

  • Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as Speech Language Pathologist in the state of Kentucky.
  • CPR & First Aid certification.
  • Pass background check.

Valid Driver's License

  • Strong clinical skills, powerful presence, and the flexibility to think like a clinician and a kid.
  • A track record (or dream) of turning challenges into victories.
  • The heart to care deeply, the brains to treat smart, and the guts to lead boldly.

What's in It for You?

  • Structured onboarding with clear expectations and support
  • Competitive base pay with transparent bonus opportunities
  • Consistent weekly income with support for cancellations and no-shows
  • PTO, paid holidays, and CEU support available
  • Retirement plan with employer contributions—invested in your future
  • Clear expectations for how compensation is calculated so there are no surprises
  • Flexible schedule options including 4 day work weeks
  • No evenings or weekends required
  • Full Time, Part Time and PRN flexibility available.
  • Admin team handles scheduling, authorizations, and intake coordination
  • Access to therapy materials, AAC resources, and clinical support tools
  • Collaborative team environment with OT, PT, ABA, and mental health on-site
  • Ongoing mentorship available for both new graduates and experienced clinicians
  • Opportunities to develop specialty areas such as feeding, AAC, or early intervention
  • Leadership and program development pathways for clinicians who want to grow beyond direct care

If you are looking for a place where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your time is respected, TheraTree is ready for you.

Visit our website to hear more from our team and learn about career opportunities: theratreepeds.com

Key Responsibilities

The Speech-Language Pathologist will perform skilled therapeutic services within their scope of practice, including providing speech and language screenings, evaluations, and treatment for pediatric clients. This involves administering and interpreting standardized assessments related to speech, language, and feeding, while supporting children across various communication domains.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Administer Standardized AssessmentsExpressive LanguageCollaborationClinical Thinking

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Speech Language Pathologist (Owensboro, KY) at TheraTree Pediatric Services a 7.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Speech Language Pathology — ranked against 6,823 active Speech Language Pathology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts, flexible scheduling.

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 45% have no call, 60% 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 score7.5 / 10 · top 10% in speech language pathologyranked against 6,823 Speech Language Pathology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$70k–$84kSpeech-Language Pathology median $90k (middle half $79k–$105k)139 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$85k in purchasing powerKentucky index 90.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Speech-Language Pathology listings in Kentucky90 active6,939 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 10% remote · 45% no call · 60% 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 Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

24 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

24 jobs · 17 employers
12
<$90k
4
$90k-110k
1
$110k
7
$130k-150k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

20 jobs · 17 employers
401k / retirement match
95% this job
CME allowance
40% this job
Relocation assistance
25%
Sign-on bonus
20%
Loan repayment
20%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Up to $140,000
#2

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Up to $140,000
#3

Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, SLP - Santa Clara

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#4

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 7.5
Among the best 10% of Speech Language Pathology listings for work-life

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

  • No nights
  • On-site
  • Includes weekends
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About TheraTree Pediatric Services

Wellness and Fitness Services
Owensboro, Kentucky

Benefits & Perks

PTO
Paid Holidays
CEU Support
Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
Flexible Schedule Options
4 Day Work Weeks
No Evenings or Weekends
Admin Support

Living in Owensboro

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$215k≈ 3.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,212/mo≈ 21% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
17 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
88.6
State income tax
Up to 4.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Owensboro, KY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.