Pays $72,000/year — Speech Language Pathologist market median is ~$122k (59 jobs) · Above average in Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) for work-life (6.9/10, vs 591 in this specialty)
Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist (45943)
About the Role
Full-time or part-time pediatric SLP role in Phoenix, AZ. $72,000/year. Sign-on bonus up to $1,000, relocation up to $5,000. PSLF eligible.
Join UCP of Central Arizona as a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist – Sign-On Bonus in Phoenix, Arizona.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $72,000/year
- Relocation assistance: $5,000.
- 10 days PTO.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- Sign-on bonus up to $1,000
- Employer paid health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with 100% match
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- On-site position.
- No call required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers no call requirements, day shifts only, student loan benefits. Work with UCP of Central Arizona in Phoenix, Arizona.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive speech therapy services to children with various disabilities, including cerebral palsy and autism. Develop personalized treatment plans, conduct evaluations, and collaborate with families and clinical teams to unlock each child's potential.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, a current state license, and a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC). Candidates must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card and CPR/First Aid certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
In Arizona, Pediatrics listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$118k across 26 listings, vs ~$92k nationally (1,043 listings).
Arizona's cost-of-living index is 107.3 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$72k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $67k in an average-cost state — Arizona ranks #6 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist (45943) at UCP of Central Arizona a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) — ranked against 591 active Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no night shifts.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.9/10 on work-life balance for Speech Language Pathologist roles. No call coverage keeps hours predictable.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
Benefits analysis: Compared to 59 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...
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