Speech Language Pathologist - Pediatrics - Full-time

Speech-Language PathologistIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$70,000-$80,000

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Advance Your Career as a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist | $70K–$80K Salary + Up to a $5000 Sign-On Bonus

Columbus, GA offers big-city energy without the congestion, featuring a lively arts scene, downtown living, and an active outdoor lifestyle with river sports, trails, and easy access to the mountains and the beach.

In this full-time role, you will evaluate and treat the pediatric population. Our facility is right inside of Easter Seals and we treat inpatient and outpatient children, 0-18 years of age. Having 7 SLP's on current staff, CFY candidates are welcome to apply. You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a supportive outpatient setting focused on clinical excellence, mentorship, and long-term professional growth.

At HPRC in Columbus, Georgia, a member of the Confluent Health Family, occupational therapists practice in an environment built for high quality care, professional growth, and sustainable careers. We support clinicians with innovative tools, strong mentorship, and clear development pathways.

How HPRC, a member of the Confluent Health Family Supports You:

AI clinical documentation support, built to significantly reduce after hours charting so work stays at work.

Student loan repayment program - We pay your lender monthly! IRS approved. Value increases after two years of employment!

Benefits include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, and 401(K) with a 4% employer match.

Industry-leading continuing education through Evidence in Motion (EIM) including residency, fellowship, and board certification support.

Structured mentorship and career development.

A care model designed to support quality outcomes and efficiency.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement individualized therapy programs to improve communication, cognitive function, and swallowing for patients

Perform comprehensive assessments using subjective evaluations and objective tests to determine patient needs and treatment goals

Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and document outcomes to ensure optimal rehabilitation results

Collaborate with healthcare teams, educate patients and families, and consult with physicians to support effective treatment and care coordination

Qualifications

  • Current Georgia license as a Speech Language Pathologist or ability to obtain license
  • Recent graduates and experienced Speech Language Pathologists encouraged to apply
  • Must be familiar with treating pediatric patients with speech, language, and feeding/swallowing concerns.

About

Compensation: $70,000-$80,000 with additional compensation opportunities for certifications and location differentials. Benefits include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, sign on bonus, student loan reimbursement, and 401(K) with a 4% employer match.

Confluent Health, LLC and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance or would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@goconfluent.com.

Key Skills

Speech therapyPediatric speech pathologyPatient assessmentTreatment planningFeeding and swallowing therapyCommunication disordersCognitive function therapyMultidisciplinary collaboration

Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$75k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $78k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 40% have no call, 65% require no weekends.

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

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

26 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution26 jobs · 15 employers

13
<$95k
3
$95k-120k
7
$120k-145k
3
$145k-170k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks23 jobs · 15 employers

401k / retirement match
96% this job
CME allowance
30% this job
Relocation assistance
22%
Sign-on bonus
17% this job
PSLF eligible
17%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$65-$80/hr
#2

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Thera Peds · Pawtucket, Rhode Island

$61.5-$75.75/hr
#3

Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) or Clinical Fellow (SLP-CF)

$68-$75/hr
#4

Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, SLP - Contra Costa

Up to $140,000
+ 24 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 30% of Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 588 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Columbus

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$164k≈ 2.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,308/mo≈ 22% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.3
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Columbus, GA-AL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Human Performance and Rehabilitation Centers

Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists
Columbus, Georgia
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus
Student Loan Repayment
Generous PTO
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(K) with 4% Employer Match