Speech Language Pathologist

CHI Saint Joseph Health System·Lexington, Kentucky

$32 - $48/hrOther On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 27 days ago

Practice for this role

Speech Language Pathologist · $32 - $48/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-10% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Lexington, Kentucky ($35.77/hr, n=78)

148 similar openings in the Lexington area · median $35.53/hr

$7.50/hr · lowesthighest · $65.00/hr

this role: $32.30/hrmedian $35.77/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 78 posted allied health roles in Lexington, Kentucky rates. This role sits in the 38th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 10% below the Lexington, Kentucky median for allied health roles.

The Speech Language Pathologist will assess, diagnose, and treat patients with communication and swallowing disorders to improve their quality of life. They are responsible for developing individualized treatment plans and maintaining accurate clinical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.

Where You’ll Work Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, the mission to provide compassionate care to the underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky. Saint Joseph is part of CommonSpirit Health, a non-proﬁt, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. With approximately 175,000 team members and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians. Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2,200 care centers serving 24 states. Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Speech Language Pathologist, you will be a vital clinician, expertly assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders to significantly improve patient quality of life.Every day, you will conduct comprehensive evaluations for all referred patients, meticulously implementing individualized treatment plans. You'll contribute clinical expertise to develop/upgrade treatment programs/protocols, and actively shape departmental and organizational goals.To be successful in this role, you will possess advanced clinical knowledge, exceptional diagnostic/therapeutic skills, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Evaluates assigned patients within the guidelines established by the therapist and in compliance with departmental policies and procedures. Implements competent treatment and performs regular reassessments for the purpose of treatment modification, to maximize patient’s potential for functional independence, all in accordance of departmental standards. Completes all required documentation and maintains pertinent records of all assigned patients, in order to be in compliance with Joint Commission, CARF, Medicare, and all other regulatory requirements. Demonstrates the ability to be efficient and productive by organizing job duties and responsibilities. Maintains effective communication regarding Therapy programs and departmental issues. ***Sign On Bonus up to $15,000 and Educational Assistance (Student Loan Payback) up to $24,000 for Eligible Hires**
Job Requirements Required Masters Of Science Speech Pathology from a school accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. and Prior student or work experience in a Rehab setting., upon hire Speech Language Pathologist: KY, upon hire and Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology, upon hire and Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master of Science in Speech Pathology from an ASHA-accredited program and possess clinical competence in the field. Prior experience in a rehabilitation setting and current Basic Life Support (CPR) certification are required.

postgraduate degree
Documentation
CPR
Diagnosis
Rehabilitation
Treatment planning
Patient care
Clinical competence
Swallowing disorders
Basic life support
Clinical evaluation
Communication disorders
Speech language pathology

Benefits

Sign on bonus
Educational assistance
Student loan payback

Posting details

Employment type: Other
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $32 - $48/hr
Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Posted: Aug 19, 2026
Closes: Aug 19, 2027
Application: Employer website

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