Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Listed compensation
$45K - $60K
The week · per this posting4-day week
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Job Description
About Us:
Open Door Pediatric Therapy is a family-owned, locally run clinic committed to providing high-quality pediatric therapy services in the Houston Willowbrook Area. Specializing in Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), Speech Therapy (ST), and Feeding Therapy, our team focuses on helping children reach their full potential. As we expand, we are looking to add a passionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to our growing team.
We offer a supportive, creative, and fun environment for both new graduates and experienced clinicians. Whether you are just starting your career or seeking new opportunities, we are committed to helping you grow and thrive in your role. Join us, and make a real difference in the lives of children and families!
Responsibilities
- Provide individual therapy sessions and group therapy to children with various speech and language needs.
- Participate in weekly department and company meetings.
Collaborate with Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Physical Therapists to ensure the best care for each patient.
Requirements
- Must hold a current Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) license in Texas.
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Must be willing to relocate to Houston, Texas.
Perks of Working at Open Door Pediatric Therapy
- Competitive salary with guaranteed 40-hour pay (even with cancellations).
- Weekly performance bonuses.
- Mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Prescheduled paperwork time to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Team-building events and regular outings.
- Monthly team meetings and collaboration with OT, PT, and ST teams.
- Free Airline Miles and Hotel Points (based on tenure).
- Unlimited CEUs and all licensing costs paid for.
- Four-day work week for a better work-life balance.
- Relocation/signing bonus up to $2,500!
- Family-oriented and supportive work culture where you can make lasting connections.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about working with children and want to be part of a dynamic, growing team, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume to hireme@opendoorpt.com.
- Job Type: Full-time
- Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule: 10 hour shift, 4 days a week
Supplemental Pay
- Bonus opportunities
- Work Location: In person
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Speech Language Pathologist Assistant at Open Door Pediatric Therapy a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Speech-Language Pathology Assistant — ranked against 132 active Speech-Language Pathology Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$53k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $54k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$53k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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