Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)—Outpatient Pediatrics Setting
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Job Description
TheraEd Staffing Group is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to join an outpatient pediatric therapy team in Lake Havasu City, AZ.
The SLPA will work with pediatric patients under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, providing speech and language therapy services and supporting individualized treatment plans. This is a full-time, 26-week contract position with a consistent 40-hour workweek.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide speech and language therapy services to pediatric patients under the supervision of a licensed SLP.
- Implement treatment activities and interventions according to established patient care plans.
- Support patients in improving communication, speech, language, and related skills.
- Document patient progress and treatment activities accurately.
- Collaborate with the supervising SLP and multidisciplinary therapy team.
- Maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for pediatric patients.
- Follow all facility, state, and professional requirements.
Requirements
- Current and valid Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) credentials/licensure in Arizona.
- Appropriate education and training required for SLPA practice.
- Pediatric therapy experience preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively with children and families.
- Ability to work a full-time, 40-hour schedule for the duration of the contract.
Benefits
- Full-time outpatient pediatric setting
- Consistent 40-hour workweek
- 26-week contract assignment
- Opportunity to work directly with pediatric patients
- Supportive clinical environment
- Experience working alongside licensed therapy professionals
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
TheraEd Staffing Group holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 116 active listings.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.9 / 10 · above average in speech-language pathology assistant | ranked against 132 Speech-Language Pathology Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Pediatrics median $52k (middle half $49k–$53k)17 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Arizona index 100.7 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in Arizona | 16 active | 632 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Arizona speech-language pathologist listings (all specialties): 16% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 3% offer loan repayment160 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,211 in the last 30 days | 722 the 30 days before (+68%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Pediatrics pay trend | +9.0% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| TheraEd Staffing Group | silver tier, 72/100 | Top Employers work-life index116 active listings |
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